UAE FREE ZONE COMPANIES
The United Arab Emirates comprises of a Federation of seven emirates namely, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras Al-Khaimah, Umm Al-Quwain, and Ajman which have their own rules and regulations…
Cyprus Residence and Work Permits
ISSUE AND RENEWAL OF TEMPORARY RESIDENCE AND EMPLOYMENT PERMITS FOR THIRD-COUNTRY NATIONALS – COMPANIES WITH FOREIGN INTEREST The Republic of Cyprus wishes to encourage international businesses to set up their…
Cyprus Companies
The formation of a company in Cyprus is governed by the Cyprus Companies Law, Cap 113, as amended. Qualifications for Cyprus Companies Customised name preferenceMinimum one shareholder, foreign shareholders are…
Shipping in Cyprus
The Cyprus Registry holds the 11th position among international fleets with its merchant fleet ranking 3rd in the European Union. Vessel Registration Criteria of Ownership for registering under the Cyprus…
Cyprus International Trusts
Trusts are widely used for the protection of assets. Cyprus introduced a competitive internationaltrusts regime back in 1992 which was further amended in 2012. Qualifications for Cyprus International Trusts (CITs)•…
Cyprus Alternative Investment Funds
Characteristics of Cyprus Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) • A vehicle for collective investments• Gives the opportunity to raise external capital from a number of investors• Invests according to a defined…
Electronic Signature & Cyprus Law
EU Regulation 910/2014/EU sets out a comprehensive legal framework for the validity and admissibility of electronic signatures with a direct effect on all member states. Even though such EU Regulations…
Setting up a Cypriot company – A Diagnostic Tool (publication in Greek)
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The Cyprus Aircraft Leasing VAT Scheme
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