CySEC Licence Requirements: Authorising a Cyprus Investment Firm (2026)
CySEC Licence Requirements: Authorising a Cyprus Investment Firm in 2026 Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Cyprus remains the EU’s most popular gateway for investment firms seeking a passportable licence, and CySEC one of the most experienced authorisation regulators in the Union. But much of what circulates online about “Class 2 licences” […]
A Comprehensive Legal Guide to Starting a Business in Cyprus
A Comprehensive Legal Guide to Starting a Business in Cyprus Last updated: 19 July 2026 Cyprus remains one of the most attractive places in the EU to start a business — English-common-law legal system, full single-market access, and a tax regime that, even after the 2026 reform moved corporate tax to 15%, is among the […]
Inaugural ‘Cyprus Arbitration Day’ Seminar 2023
Inaugural ‘Cyprus Arbitration Day’ Seminar 2023 Cyprus recently hosted its first-ever ‘Cyprus Arbitration Day: Arbitrating Disputes in the Middle East at Times of Dynamic Geopolitical Changes’. The seminar was organized by the Cyprus Arbitration Forum in Limassol, Cyprus. The seminar created an exciting opportunity for arbitrators, legal practitioners, academics, and business professionals internationally to probe […]
Arbitration Cyprus – Enforcing Foreign Arbitral Awards: A Comprehensive Guide
Enforcing Foreign Arbitral Awards in Cyprus: A Comprehensive Guide Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 An arbitral award is only as good as the jurisdiction that enforces it — and Cyprus, sitting at the junction of European, Middle Eastern and CIS commerce with countless holding structures on its register, is where many […]
Inheritance and Estate Planning in Cyprus: Navigating the Legal Process
Inheritance and Estate Planning in Cyprus: Navigating the Legal Process Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Cyprus succession law surprises newcomers twice: first with forced heirship — you cannot simply leave your estate to whomever you choose — and then, pleasantly, with the absence of inheritance tax. For the island’s large international […]
Cyprus Permanent Residency: Every Route Compared (2026)
Cyprus Permanent Residency: Every Route Compared (2026) Updated for 2026 — last updated: 19 July 2026 Permanent residency in Cyprus is not one programme but several routes with very different speeds, price tags and obligations — and the rules have moved repeatedly, most recently under the government’s fourth revision of the investment criteria and the […]
Unveiling Tax Incentives in Cyprus for Global Investors
Unveiling Tax Incentives In Cyprus For Global Investors Last updated: 5 May 2026 Cyprus has long marketed itself as one of the European Union’s most tax-efficient jurisdictions for international holding structures, intellectual property exploitation, and high-net-worth relocation. The Cyprus Tax Reform 2026, which came into force on 1 January 2026, has reshaped the headline figures […]
Cyprus Employment Law 2026: Employer & Employee Guide
Cyprus Employment Law 2026: A Complete Guide for Employers and Employees Last updated: 22 May 2026 Cyprus employment law has shifted significantly since the previous edition of this guide. From 1 January 2026 a higher national minimum wage applies. By 7 June 2026 Cyprus must transpose the EU Pay Transparency Directive, with a draft bill […]
Minority Shareholder Rights in Cyprus: A Comprehensive Overview
Minority Shareholder Rights in Cyprus: A Comprehensive Overview Last updated: 19 July 2026 Owning less than half of a Cyprus company does not mean being at the majority’s mercy — but it does mean knowing exactly which rights attach to your shareholding and which protections have to be negotiated. This guide maps the statutory rights […]
Cyprus Company Registration: FAQs and Common Concerns
Cyprus Company Registration: FAQs and Common Concerns Cyprus, with its strategic location, business-friendly environment, and favorable tax regime, has emerged as a popular choice for international investors and entrepreneurs looking to set up their businesses. The process of registering a company in Cyprus is straightforward, but it is essential to be aware of the relevant […]