Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Cyprus
A non-governmental organisation (NGO) is an entity that operates independently of any government with the primary aim of improving societal conditions.
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The Cyprus Non–Dom Regime – Who Are the Potential Applicants?
Cyprus is increasingly positioning itself as a prime destination for high-net-worth individuals due to its attractive tax regime and other factors that support wealth management.
Ο Περί Εταιρειών (Τροποποιητικός) (Αρ.4) Νόμος 101 (Ι) του 2024
Ο Περί Εταιρειών (Τροποποιητικός) (Αρ.4) Νόμος 101 (Ι) του 2024 εισήγαγε σημαντικές αλλαγές…
Annual Report Late Submission: Max Fine €150
The Department of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property announces that according to the Companies (Amendment) Law of 2024…
Cyprus Tax Residency and Non-Dom for Individuals
As of 2017, an individual is considered a tax resident of Cyprus if they meet either the ‘183-day rule’ or the ’60-day rule’ for the tax year.
Ενημέρωση Μητρώου Πραγματικών Δικαιούχων
Το Τμήμα Εφόρου Εταιρειών και Διανοητικής Ιδιοκτησίας (ΤΕΕΔΙ), σε συνέχεια της ανακοίνωσης του ημερομηνίας 8 Φεβρουαρίου 2024, ενημερώνει ότι:
Reduction of Company Share Capital
Share capital refers to the funds contributed by shareholders to establish or expand a company.
Abolition of the Annual Levy for Cyprus Companies
With a decision dated 21/02/2024, the Council of Ministers abolished the annual company fee of 350 euros as an additional measure to support businesses. This decision will take effect from this year.
Ongoing Obligations of a Cyprus Company
Incorporating a Cyprus company is an easy and relatively swift procedure, but what about the obligations regarding tax and statutory reporting?
Cyprus Trade Names
A Tradename, also known as a Business name, is the designation under which an individual or company conducts its business activities, distinct from the legal entity’s registered name.
Establishing a Business Entity in Cyprus
Cyprus is an EU member state and a common law jurisdiction with a legal system similar to that of the UK. It is located at the eastern end of Europe linking 3 continents, Europe, Africa and Asia and it has a long and strong reputation as an international business center.
Update on the 50% Exemption of Employment Remuneration
On June 30, 2023, an amendment to the income tax law was published in the Government Gazette, specifically addressing the 50% exemption of employment remuneration under Article 8(23A).
Trademark Registration in Cyprus
A Trademark is type of Intellectual Property Right that consists of a recognisable symbol, logo, name or design used to distinguish a company’s product or services from those of this competitor.
Update on Public Access to Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) Register
In light of the recent Judgement of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEE) in joined cases C-37/20 and C-601/20, of November 22, 2022, access to the Register of Beneficial Owners for the general public was suspended as of the 23rd of November 2022.
Strike Off of a Cyprus Company
Under Cap. 113, the Registrar of Companies may remove from the Register any company which appears not to be doing business and is not operation.
Reserving a Company Name in Cyprus
In order for a company to be registered, the name under which it is proposed to be registered must have been previously approved by the Registrar of Companies and Official Receiver (hereinafter the “Registrar”) after submitting a relevant application. According to the Companies Law Cap.113 the proposed name to be approved by the Registrar certain…