Why Cyprus
A European base with substance behind it.
Cyprus is a European jurisdiction of choice for international businesses, investors and private clients. Its appeal is structural rather than promotional: EU membership, a company law framework familiar to English-speaking advisers, a deep professional services sector, and a position at the meeting point of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
An EU member state
Cyprus is a member of the European Union and the eurozone. Companies established here operate within EU law, with the market access, regulatory framework and treaty network that membership brings.
A legal system advisers recognise
Cypriot company law and commercial practice draw on English common law principles. International counsel, banks and counterparties generally find the concepts and documentation familiar.
English used in business
English is used routinely in professional, banking and commercial contexts, and documentation is commonly prepared in English. Day-to-day dealings rarely require translation.
A mature professional sector
Cyprus has a long-established audit, accounting, legal and corporate services profession, with internationally qualified practitioners and firms accustomed to cross-border work.
Location and time zone
The island sits at the junction of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa, in a time zone that allows the working day to overlap with both Asian morning and European and UK business hours.
Quality of life
A Mediterranean climate, international schools, established expatriate communities and short flight times to major European hubs make relocation practical for families as well as businesses.
Before you commit
What we confirm for your circumstances
- Corporate and personal tax treatment, including rates, incentives and residency tests, is set by legislation and changes over time. We confirm the current position for your specific circumstances rather than publishing rates here.
- Immigration, residency and work permit matters are subject to current law and to the discretion of the competent authorities. We coordinate these with qualified immigration counsel.
- Regulatory expectations around substance, beneficial ownership and reporting have tightened across Europe. A Cyprus structure should be designed to meet them from the outset.
Considering Cyprus for your business or family?
We will set out the practical steps, the obligations that follow and who would handle each part.