Why Cyprus?
Cyprus has become one of Europe’s most attractive jurisdictions for international investors, high-net-worth individuals, and financial professionals combining regulatory credibility with strategic financial advantages.
Here’s why investors choose Cyprus as their financial base:
1. Favorable Tax Regime
Cyprus offers one of the most competitive tax systems in Europe designed to encourage growth, investment, and capital preservation:
- 12.5% corporate income tax — one of the lowest in the EU
- No tax on dividends (for non-domiciled individuals)
- No capital gains tax (except on Cyprus real estate)
- No withholding tax on dividends, interest, or royalties paid to non-residents
- Attractive non-dom regime for high-net-worth individuals relocating to Cyprus
These benefits make Cyprus ideal for structuring investments efficiently while remaining within a fully legal and transparent tax framework.
2. EU Legal & Regulatory Framework
As a full member of the European Union and the Eurozone, Cyprus provides a robust and harmonized legal system for financial services and investor protection:
- MiFID II-compliant regulation under CySEC
- Full alignment with EU Anti-Money Laundering Directives
- Legal certainty based on common law principles (a legacy of the UK system)
- Passporting rights across the EU for regulated firms
Investors benefit from the transparency, investor protection, and market access that come with EU financial standards.
3. Wealth Protection Laws
Cyprus offers a stable and protective environment for preserving wealth and securing long-term financial legacies:
- Strong legal protections for asset ownership and trusts
- Recognized jurisdiction for estate and succession planning
- Modern legislation enabling international trusts, family offices, and holding structures
- A stable banking sector under European Central Bank supervision
This makes Cyprus a preferred base for long-term investment planning, inheritance structuring, and private wealth management.
4. Extensive Network of Tax Treaties
Cyprus has signed over 60 Double Taxation Treaties (DTTs), making it easier to invest internationally without double taxation on income.
Key treaty partners include:
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- Russia
- India
- United Arab Emirates
- United States
- China
- South Africa
- And many more
These treaties provide relief from double taxation and facilitate efficient cross-border investment flows.