Company Setup Services in Cyprus with Fiduciara

Setting up a company in Cyprus offers numerous advantages for both local and international businesses. As a member of the European Union and a jurisdiction with one of the most competitive tax regimes in Europe, Cyprus is an ideal location for businesses seeking to expand their global operations, optimize their tax structures, or access new markets. At Fiduciara, we specialize in providing comprehensive company formation services to help you establish and manage your business in Cyprus seamlessly and efficiently.

With nearly 25 years of experience in corporate law, Fiduciara is well-positioned to offer expert legal advice and guidance on all aspects of company formation, ensuring that your business is set up in full compliance with local regulations and best practices.

Why Choose Cyprus for Your Company Setup?

Cyprus offers a range of benefits for businesses looking to incorporate, including:

  1. Favorable Tax Regime: Cyprus boasts one of the lowest corporate tax rates in Europe, at just 12.5%. Additionally, there are no taxes on dividends paid to non-residents, and no capital gains tax on the sale of securities.
  2. EU Membership: As an EU member state, Cyprus provides easy access to the European single market, allowing businesses to trade freely within the EU’s borders.
  3. Extensive Double Tax Treaty Network: Cyprus has a network of over 60 double tax treaties, allowing businesses to avoid double taxation on income earned in foreign jurisdictions.
  4. Strategic Location: Cyprus is located at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, making it an ideal hub for international trade and investment.
  5. Robust Legal Framework: Cyprus’ legal system is based on English Common Law, providing a familiar and secure foundation for international business operations.
  6. Favorable Regulatory Environment: Cyprus offers a business-friendly regulatory environment, with streamlined processes for company registration and corporate governance.

Our Company Setup Services

At Fiduciara, we offer a full suite of services to ensure a smooth and efficient company setup process, tailored to meet your business needs. Our expertise spans Cyprus company formation and company incorporation in other jurisdictions as well, ensuring flexibility and global reach for your business.

1. Company Formation and Registration

Our team handles the entire company formation process from start to finish, ensuring compliance with Cypriot regulations and minimizing any administrative burdens for you. We offer the following services:

  • Advising on company structure: We help you choose the most suitable legal structure for your business, whether it’s a Limited Liability Company (LLC), Public Limited Company (PLC), Branch, or Subsidiary.
  • Preparation of incorporation documents: Our legal team prepares all necessary documents, including the Memorandum and Articles of Association, director and shareholder agreements, and company by-laws.
  • Company name registration: We assist in choosing and registering your company name with the Cyprus Registrar of Companies.
  • Corporate compliance: Fiduciara ensures that your company complies with all local regulations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) procedures.

2. Corporate Bank Account Opening

Once your company is established, opening a corporate bank account is essential for conducting business operations. We facilitate the bank account opening process by working with leading Cypriot and international banks to secure banking solutions that fit your company’s needs.

  • Account setup: We assist with the preparation and submission of all required documentation, ensuring a smooth application process.
  • KYC and AML compliance: Our team ensures full compliance with banking regulations, including the fulfillment of KYC and AML requirements.

3. Registered Office and Secretarial Services

Every company in Cyprus is required to have a registered office and comply with ongoing corporate governance requirements. At Fiduciara, we offer full registered office and secretarial services to ensure your company meets all legal obligations.

  • Registered office: We provide a registered office address in Cyprus to receive official communications and legal correspondence on your company’s behalf.
  • Company secretary: Our secretarial services ensure compliance with statutory requirements, such as filing annual returns, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring timely submission of financial statements to regulatory authorities.

4. Tax and VAT Registration

Fiduciara assists in the tax registration process, ensuring that your company is compliant with Cyprus tax laws and VAT regulations.

  • Corporate tax registration: We handle your company’s tax identification number (TIN) registration with the Cyprus Tax Department.
  • VAT registration: If your company is required to register for VAT (Value Added Tax), we manage the entire process, ensuring timely and accurate registration.

5. Ongoing Legal and Compliance Support

At Fiduciara, we provide ongoing corporate legal services to ensure your company remains compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements in Cyprus. Our services include:

  • Drafting and reviewing contracts: We offer ongoing legal support for contract negotiation and drafting, including shareholder agreements, employment contracts, and supplier agreements.
  • Corporate governance: We advise on board meetings, resolutions, and the proper maintenance of company records to ensure full compliance with corporate governance standards.
  • Compliance audits: Our team conducts regular compliance audits to ensure your business remains up to date with local laws and international regulations.

6. Special Licensing and Regulatory Approvals

For businesses operating in regulated industries, such as finance, brokerage, tourism, or telecommunications, obtaining the necessary licenses and regulatory approvals is essential.

At Fiduciara, we assist clients in navigating the complex regulatory environment, ensuring that all necessary approvals are obtained for your business to operate legally. This includes securing financial services licenses from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), tourism licenses from the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, and more.

Why Choose Fiduciara for Company Setup?

  • Expertise in Cyprus law: With nearly 25 years of experience, Fiduciara is well-versed in corporate law and company formation regulations in Cyprus.
  • End-to-end service: We provide full support from company formation to tax registration, corporate governance, and ongoing legal support, ensuring that your business remains fully compliant at every stage.
  • Tailored solutions: We understand that each business is unique, which is why we offer customized services to fit the specific needs of your company, whether you’re a startup, holding company, or multinational corporation.
  • Global network: Our extensive network of legal, financial, and tax advisors allows us to offer cross-border company formation services and strategic advice for businesses looking to expand internationally.

Get Started with Fiduciara

At Fiduciara, we make the process of setting up your company in Cyprus smooth, efficient, and compliant with all relevant laws. Whether you’re launching a new business, expanding into the EU, or restructuring your corporate operations, our experienced team is here to help you every step of the way.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you in setting up your company in Cyprus and other jurisdictions.