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The need for economic substance of Cyprus companies

In the evolving global business landscape, the concept of economic substance has become paramount, especially for jurisdictions like Cyprus that position themselves as attractive hubs for international business. The necessity for economic substance in Cyprus companies arises from a confluence of international regulatory demands, and the drive for maintaining Cyprus tax advantages. Cyprus, as a […]

Annulment Of The Annual Government Fee (Levy) 2024 And Onwards

Dear Associates, The Department of the Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property of the Republic of Cyprus, announces that in accordance with the Companies (Amendment) Law 2024, N.25(I)/2024, the annual government fee (Levy) of companies, is annulled from the year 2024 and onwards . However, please note that companies that have not paid the annual […]

Announcement for new extension by the Liquidator of FBME Bank LTD

Announcement for the extension of the deadline for the submission of proof of debt claims by the depositors and creditors of FBME Bank Ltd in Cyprus (the “Branch”) with registration no. AE1830 – in liquidation. 18 th December 2023 29 th of June 2024. Announcement for the submission of proof of debt claims by the […]

New framework for Cyprus citizenship for highly skilled professionals

“Cyprus aims attract qualified specialists in specific fields. Investing in research and innovation means investing in our country’s future, and this will have an immense economic benefit”. The foundations for a modern legislative framework, so that Cyprus remains a competitive country for the purposes of residence and work of specialized professionals in the field of […]

Cyprus joining the Schengen Area

Starting, July 25, Cyprus is joining the Schengen Information System (SIS) that has been built to ensure safe passage as well as freedom of movement of those who have the right to move freely within the EU’s Schengen Area. As a result, the state’s national security will be upgraded, including dealing with illegal immigration, crime […]

ATAD 3: New EU Directive to prevent misuse of shell entities

On 22 December 2021, the European Commission published a proposal for a Directive (ATAD_3) to target the misuse of shell companies for tax purposes. EU Member States need to transpose the Directive into their national legislations by 30 th June 2023, with its provisions coming into effect on 1 st January 2024. The Directive targets […]