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An EU business hub, combining low tax, strong treaties, and international credibility.

our deliverables

Affinity (Cyprus) Limited provide a range of corporate services to local and international clients for a range purposes, including IP-holding entities, international service businesses and EU trading companies.

Cyprus offers fast company set up, an attractive corporate tax regime and strong legal system, offering strong protection and operational flexibility.

Our Cyprus team have the experience, professionalism and dedication you require to optimise the benefits the Cyprus makes available to you.

Expert guidance

Bepsoke solutions

Personal service

First-class network

Our team

Our Cyprus leaders

Contact our support team and with any questions or queries you may have.

the jurisdiction

Key benefits

Stable legal, economic and political environment

Tax treaties with over 60+ countries to reduce or eliminate double taxation

Straight-forward legal system based on English common law

Attractive corporate tax regime, including 12.5% corporation tax, and 0% captial gains tax and withholding taxes.

Full EU member state, offering benefits for EU parent–subsidiary directive and EU interest & royalties directive

Fast company formation, limited liability for shareholders, widely accepted by banks, and llow on-going compliance fees

Favourable IP regime, including IP box regime and up to 80% of qualifying IP profits can be exempt from tax

Attractive non-dom tax regime for individuals, warm climate and good quality of life

Tax efficient

robust frameworks

flexible vehicles

business friendly

Key industries

Cyprus is a recognised jurisdiction in Europe for international business, suitable for trading, consulting, agencies, and operating companies.

Its also favourable for investment vehicles, group structures, and ownership of foreign entities due to its attractive tax regime.

It also has a globally-leading IP environment, which attracts software, SaaS, media rights, and licensing businesses.

Pro-investment

The Government

The Cyprian Government position Cyprus as an international hub for business, ideal for cross border investments and welcomes foreign-ownership in most all sectors.

Pro-investment, the Government actively promote tech & innovation, financial services, shipping, and IP-based businesses, and supports the relocation of founders and exectuives.

Cyprus has a politically stable landscape, with strong alignment with EU, OECD, and international tax rules, and a clear regulatory regime to support a wide variety of structures.

financial support

business consultancy

leading reputation

FAQ

You ask, we answer

How do I set up a company in Cyprus?

Affinity assists with all the necessary corporate services to set up a company in Cyrus, including company incorporation, company registration, directorship, registered office/agent, and setting up a corporate bank account

What is the process of setting up a company in Cyprus?

Our team provides clients with dedicated assistance throughout the entire company formation process, including company formation, company name approval, gathering the preparation for corporate documents, such as drafting the Memorandum and Articles of Association and shareholder/director information.

Once this has been finalised, we submit the documentation to the register and the client pays the company registration fees.

What are the first steps to set up a company in Cyprus?

We hold an initial meeting with you to discuss your business activities and objectives for setting up an entity in Cyprus. We answer any questions you may have about setting up a company in Cyprus and walk you through our company set up process and on-going services.

How do you set up my company in Cyprus?

After our initial call, we will share with you a bespoke fee proposal to meet your unique requirements and move onto our KYC/ due diligence step to on board you as our client. Once our compliance checks are completed, we set up your company in Cyprus and corporate bank account.

How long does it take to set up a company in Cyprus?

Company incorporation in Cyprus typically takes a few days. Our on-boarding process generally depends on how quickly you provide us with the information we require to open your company.

How long does it take to open a corporate bank account in Cyprus?

Opening a corporate bank account in Cyprus typically takes 2 to 6 weeks, however this is very dependent on how quickly the information and documentation we require is provided to us. Opening the bank account is initiated after you pass our client due-diligence process.

What is the corporate tax regime in Cyprus?

Cyprus has one of the lowest corporate tax rates in the European Union, which includes a 12.5% corporate tax rate and often 0% capital gains tax on shares.

What types of businesses suit structuring in Cyprus?

Start-up companies – flexible corporate structures, low cost and EU access
Holding companies – ideal for managing investments and subsidiaries
International trading companies - ideal for import/export businesses and logistics and tax treaties networks.
Technology and IP companies – attractive IP box regime
Financial services, Fintech and blockchain, and consulting – clear and friendly regulatory framework
Trusts - asset protection, estate planning and tax efficiency

What are the benefits of setting up a company in Cyprus?

• Favourable tax regime
• Extensive network of tax treaties
• Dividend participation exemption (generally tax-exempt)
• No withholding taxes
• Special tax regime for intellectual property, potentially reducing effective tax rate to as low as 2.5%
• High levels of anonymity can be maintained for shareholders.
• Fast and low-cost company formation process
• Banking Infrastructure: Ability to open European bank accounts and handle international transactions efficiently.
• Attractive tax benefits for non-doms
• Reputable jurisdiction, not offshore but tax-efficient, and recongised as a full EU member state