Company registration
Starting a business abroad can seem complicated – especially when it comes to regulations, taxes, and formalities in another country. However, in Cyprus, registering a company is a quick, transparent, and beneficial process for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and start-ups.
Thanks to an attractive tax system, a stable legal environment, and access to the European Union market, Cyprus is becoming an increasingly popular destination for those looking to conduct business. international and tax-optimised.
Registering a company is not just about filling in forms - it's Business strategy, cost planning, reporting obligations and full legal compliance. We support our clients at every stage of the process, so that setting up a company is Simple, quick and stress-free.
We'll help you register your business in Cyprus - stress-free, step by step.
Who is it for?
Business owners, freelancers, start-ups and entrepreneurs who want to operate in a favourable, stable and international legal and tax environment.
Why is it worth it?
- Cyprus offers an attractive tax system, international business, and access to the EU market.
- We handle the entire process – from advice on legal structure to VAT registration and business accounts.
- We work with licensed accountants and lawyers – formalities become simple.
Registering a company isn't just about forms – it's about strategy, cost planning, reporting obligations, and legal compliance. We'll guide you through the entire process, step by step.
FAQ - Company Registration in Cyprus
Registering a company in Cyprus involves several stages: choosing a legal structure, reserving a name, preparing and submitting the required documents to the Registrar of Companies, obtaining a certificate of incorporation, and then tax registration and opening a bank account. EM PRO experts guide investors through each step to ensure the process complies with local regulations and runs smoothly.
The standard registration procedure usually takes from 5 to 10 working days, if the documents are complete and correctly prepared. Faster options with expedited registration are possible for an additional fee.
Yes. Individuals from both within and outside the European Union can register a company in Cyprus, provided they fulfil the formal requirements, such as entrusting the preparation of documents to a licensed Cypriot lawyer.
Among other things, the following are required for company registration in Cyprus:
• Memorandum and Articles of Association,
• Forms HE1, HE2 and HE3 regarding statutory declarations, registered office address, directors and secretary,
• Identity documents and proof of address for shareholders and directors.
All documents are usually prepared and signed by a Cypriot lawyer.
The chosen company name must be checked for uniqueness and approved by the Registrar of Companies. The name approval process can take several days to several weeks, depending on the chosen procedure (standard or expedited).
Yes. Every company registered in Cyprus must have Registered address in the country, which is required on form HE2 and signifies the official place of business.
No. A limited liability company (Ltd) can have directors and shareholders who are residents of any country, but it must have a secretary and a registered office in Cyprus.
Yes, if the company's planned annual turnover exceeds the VAT threshold (currently around 15,600 € per yearVAT registration is done separately after company registration and is mandatory for many types of business.
The fees include, among others,.
• registration fee to the Registrar of Companies (standardly from approx. 165 €),
• expedited registration fee,
• costs of document translation,
• Lawyer's fee for preparing documents.
After registering the company, you should:
obtain Tax Identification Number (TIN) I need to register the company for taxes.,
open Bank account,
• possibly register for VAT,
• if you plan to hire people – register with the social security system.
Registering a company in another country involves local procedures, legal requirements, and formalities that can be complex. EM PRO experts offer support from analysing the company structure, through document preparation, to finalising the registration and further administrative steps, thereby minimising the risk of errors and delays. (Here you can add a CTA or contact link, for example)
Do you want to safely register a company in Cyprus? Contact us to find out how we can help!