Cyprus vs Germany Tax: Why So Many German Entrepreneurs Are Making the Move
Germany has one of the highest effective tax burdens in the EU. Between income tax, the solidarity surcharge, church tax (for those who pay it), and social contributions, a high-earning individual in Germany can lose more than half of their income to the state. A profitable company faces a combined corporate tax burden that includes […]
Cyprus Tax Residency & NON-DOM Status Guide (2026)
What changed under the 2026 tax reforms If you run a business, invest, or earn money across borders, Cyprus is probably already on your radar. Low corporate tax, 0% on dividends, it sounds almost too good. The good news is that it is legitimate. The catch is that it only works when the structure is […]
Cyprus Company Formation : Complete Guide to Setting Up a Limited Company (2026)
Cyprus remains a preferred jurisdiction for company formation, largely due to its 15% corporate tax rate, EU membership, and double tax treaty network. But incorporation is only the first step. How the company is structured afterwards determines whether it delivers the benefits clients expect. A company registered in Cyprus but managed entirely from abroad may […]
Buying Property in Cyprus: What Buyers Need to Know Before Signing
Cyprus remains one of the more accessible property markets in the EU for both local and international buyers. But the legal process behind a purchase is not as simple as signing a contract and transferring funds. A purchase that looks straightforward can carry hidden risks: unpaid mortgages on the title, planning permission issues, or a […]
Legal obstacles on the process of the Cyprus passports revocation
The process of revoking Cyprus passports from 26 rich foreign investors and family members from outside the EU appears to be more difficult than anticipated. The decision was taken by the Council of Ministers back in November, however, no proceedings have been initiated yet because the process is legally stuck. Specifically, articles of the Republic’s […]
Insurance companies face rising costs from road accidents
Insurance companies have to bear the costs of the ever rising number of car and motorcycle accidents in Cyprus – a phenomenon which is taking on alarming dimensions. Association of Insurance Companies data shows that car insurance represents 36% of total non-life insurance premiums. In 2018, gross motor insurance premiums amounted to €188 million compared […]
Non-EU nationals dominate property sales in January
For yet another month, foreign property buyers in Cyprus from outside the EU outnumbered those originating from the bloc, according to Land Registry data for January 2020. Specifically, the first month of the new year recorded a total of 325 sales documents submitted by foreigners to the Land Registry. Most were by third country national, […]
Cyprus won’t attract black-listed jurisdictions companies
Cyprus is trying hard to attract foreign companies since the services sector is one of the economy’s main pillars, Phileleftheros reports. The recent announcement by the EU that Panama, Seychelles, Cayman Islands and Palau have been placed on its black list of tax havens could pave the way for Cyprus to benefit as companies active […]
Banks try to find ways to help coronavirus-hit clients
Bank administrations are increasingly concerned about the coronavirus’ economic repercussions and primarily whether borrowers will be able to continue paying their loans in a timely fashion. Customers, mainly business people from the tourism industry, have already started calling their bankers asking to be briefed on the day after and what support they can expect. Business […]
Post coronavirus era : House prices set to fall, rents prices to rise
The coronavirus has produced many negative effects on the Cyprus economy and by projection to the real estate market. The precautionary measures taken by the government to reduce the effects of the virus also hope to protect the economy as well, which has only started to revive. The foundation of the Cyprus economy is tourism, […]