Company Registration in Cyprus

Cyprus is one of the most attractive EU jurisdictions for international business, holding structures, IT companies, consulting, finance and investment projects.
A Cypriot company offers low taxes, access to EU directives, strong banking, and legal stability.

We register companies remotely under power of attorney — without traveling to Cyprus.

Additional benefits:

• clear and predictable tax system
  
  

• no tax on dividend income in many cases
  
  

• extensive double tax treaty network
  
  

• strong protection of shareholders
  
  

• high credibility for international partners

Private Limited Company (LTD)

The most common and optimal form for foreign founders.

Key features:

• minimum share capital: no minimum required
  
  

• founders: 1+ individuals or legal entities
  
  

• director can be non-resident
  
  

• liability limited to contributed capital
  
  

• suitable for IT, consulting, trading, holdings, investment projects

Branch / Representative Office

Used by foreign companies wishing to operate in Cyprus without creating a separate legal entity.

1. Consultation and Choosing the Structure

We determine:

• company purpose
  
  

• share structure
  
  

• tax model
  
  

• residency requirements for founders and directors
  
  

• banking options

2. Company Name Approval

We check the name for uniqueness in the Cyprus Registrar of Companies.

3. Preparing Incorporation Documents

We prepare:

• Memorandum & Articles of Association
  
  

• forms HE1 / HE2 / HE3
  
  

• shareholder and director resolutions
  
  

• registered office documents
  
  

• power of attorney (for remote setup)
  
  

All documents are prepared in English and Greek (as required by law).

4. Submission to the Registrar of Companies

Standard processing time: 5–10 business days.
After registration you receive:

• Certificate of Incorporation
  
  

• Certificate of Directors
  
  

• Certificate of Shareholders
  
  

• Certificate of Registered Office
  
  

• Company Registration Number
  
  

• Apostilled set (optional)

5. Tax Registration and VAT

We register the company with:

• Tax Department
  
  

• VAT system (if required)
  
  

VIES (EU VAT system for intra-community operations)

6. Opening a Bank Account

We assist with:

• Bank of Cyprus
  
  

• Hellenic Bank
  
  

• Eurobank
  
  

• Alpha Bank
  
  

• CIM Banque
  
  

• EIDV / EMI accounts
  
  

• Wise / Revolut Business / Paysera (case-by-case)
  
  

Banks may require:

• business plan
  
  

• KYC documentation
  
  

• proof of activity

7. Accounting and Reporting Setup

Cyprus requires:

• annual audited financial statements
  
  

• tax return
  
  

• VAT reports (if applicable)
  
  

• annual return (HE32)
  
  

We provide full accounting and auditor coordination.

• Passport scan of founder
  
  

• Proof of residence
  
  

• Company name
  
  

• Information about activity
  
  

• Shareholder & director details
  
  

• Power of attorney (if remote)

Company Formation (Standard Package)

Table 1 — Registration Package

Annual Maintenance (from year 2)

Table 2 — Ongoing Services