Start Your Cyprus Company Formation

Cyprus company registration requires submitting the Memorandum and Articles of Association, securing a registered office address in Cyprus, appointing directors and shareholders, and filing with the Registrar of Companies. Once approved, you’ll receive the Certificate of Incorporation, and your company will be in good standing.

Cyprus offers one of the lowest corporate income tax rates in the European Union at 12.5%. It also has over 60 double tax treaties, full exemption on dividend income under certain conditions, and no withholding tax on outbound dividends, interest, or royalties to non-residents.

Companies must file annual returns, submit audited financial statements, and maintain accounting records at their registered office address. Compliance with the Companies Law and timely submission to the Registrar of Companies ensures the company remains in good standing.

Yes. A Cyprus Limited Company can trade globally, open EU bank accounts, and benefit from EU VAT registration. It is a preferred legal structure for holding companies, intellectual property management, shipping, forex trading, and cross-border investment planning.

Yes. While Cyprus companies benefit from tax advantages, the authorities increasingly enforce substance requirements such as having an actual office, employees, and local business activity, particularly for access to tax treaty benefits and to avoid being classified as a shell company.

Licenses are required for specific business activities including banking, financial services, fund management or insurance.