Cyprus: Corporate/Commercial Law

Cyprus has become an increasingly attractive jurisdiction for entrepreneurs, international investors and companies seeking to establish or expand their operations within the European Union.

The European Union has adopted a new regulation on foreign direct investment screening that will take effect in 2028, establishing mandatory minimum standards across all Member States. This marks a significant shift from the previous cooperation-based framework toward harmonized requirements for reviewing foreign investments in sensitive sectors. While the regulation introduces common procedures and expanded scope, national variations in implementation are expected to persist, creating new considerations fo

What ultimately determines whether a compliance programme succeeds or fails? This article explores the critical role of leadership, accountability and employee engagement in fostering a culture of compliance, examining how ethical conduct and organizational values influence the practical implementation of compliance measures and what distinguishes effective programmes from those that exist only on paper.

The European Union has adopted its 21st package of restrictive measures against Russia, representing the most comprehensive expansion of sanctions in four years with 218 new designations spanning banks, crypto platforms, military suppliers, and shadow fleet operators.

Contracts govern nearly every commercial and private transaction in Cyprus, from business relationships to property sales. When one party fails to perform, performs inadequately, or refuses to honour obligations, the other may have a claim for breach of contract. However, establishing a breach is only part of the issue—determining whether a legally enforceable contract existed, what obligations arose, whether termination is justified, what losses were caused, and which remedies are available requires

Cyprus has introduced a Foreign Direct Investment screening framework that adds a new layer of regulatory oversight to cross-border transactions in strategic sectors. The regime extends beyond immediate investing entities to examine ultimate ownership structures, meaning EU-incorporated subsidiaries may still trigger notification requirements if third-country control exists higher in the corporate chain.

During 2025, the Cyprus Government undertook a comprehensive review of the country's tax framework, with reforms approved on 22 December 2025 and effective from 1 January 2026.

The recognition of Cyprus with the Best Global Climb Award Among EU Countries in the 3rd Edition of the StartupBlink Startup Ecosystem Awards, marking the largest improvement among all EU member states isn't just a symbolic win; it reflects genuine transformation.

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are emerging in the rapidly evolving world of global finance.

Cyprus has become an increasingly attractive jurisdiction for entrepreneurs, international investors and companies seeking to establish or expand their operations within the European Union.

Registering a company in Cyprus takes about ten working days. Getting that company bankable, tax-defensible, and compliant long-term is a different matter entirely and most people find that out too late.

Cyprus holding companies offer founders, investors, and group owners a strategic vehicle for profit distribution, reinvestment, and exit planning while minimizing tax leakage and withholding tax exposure. This structure provides significant advantages for international business operations and capital efficiency.