EU member, Common Law, 65+ tax treaties, favourable outbound withholding-tax treatment, and a competitive OECD-aligned IP regime. Cyprus gives serious businesses a serious platform.
Full EU membership since 2004, Eurozone since 2008. Access to 450M+ consumers and complete EU regulatory standing.
15% CIT — one of the EU's lowest — combined with an IP Box reducing qualifying income to 3%.
Cyprus generally does not impose withholding tax on dividends and interest paid to non-residents, subject to applicable defensive tax measures. Royalty treatment depends on where the rights are used and the recipient jurisdiction. Exceptional for holding structures.
Based on English Common Law — highly familiar to international investors, banks, and legal teams worldwide.
No CGT on sale of shares (except real estate-rich entities). Highly favourable for holding company exits and portfolio realisations.
Crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Natural hub for EU, Middle East, and North African expansion simultaneously.
55%+ tertiary educated. English used in 90%+ of business. Deep talent in finance, tech, legal, and shipping.
Permanent residency from €300k investment. Fast-track work permits. EU healthcare, education, and European travel, subject to the applicable Schengen entry rules.
R&D grants, Digital Nomad Visa, EMI licensing, CASP framework, and a rapidly growing innovation ecosystem.
Cyprus has concluded tax treaties with 65+ countries including the US, UK, Germany, China, India, UAE, and Canada — providing exceptional planning flexibility for international groups.