EU credibility with tax-efficient structuring
Cyprus is widely used for international business because it combines EU legal credibility, low corporate tax, strong banking access and a business-friendly regulatory environment.
A Cyprus LLC is suitable for consulting, trading, SaaS, investment holding, e-commerce and cross-border operations. Trust and holding structures are commonly used for wealth planning and family asset protection.
Cyprus is not a secrecy jurisdiction. It is best for compliant founders, investors and multinational businesses that need EU presence, transparent banking and proper tax reporting.
5 Cyprus structures — choose the right one
Cyprus offers practical structures for trading, holding, marketing, trusts and free zone operations.
Best for most products and services. Can invoice in around 3 weeks, hire staff in 5 weeks and open a bank account in about 4 weeks. Suitable for consulting, trading, SaaS and international operations.
Used for investment holding and EU-related investment structuring. Requires higher investment and has a longer engagement timeline. Suitable for large investors and holding structures.
Best for marketing, research and local representation. It cannot operate as a full trading business and does not provide limited liability in the same way as an LLC.
Used for holding and managing family assets, estate planning and wealth protection. A trustee is required and the structure is not designed for normal customer sales.
Commonly used for international trading, logistics and cross-border business. Can invoice in about 3 weeks and hire staff in about 4 weeks.
| Structure | Best Use | Tax | Invoice Ready | Bank | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LLC ★ | Products & services | 12.5% | 3 weeks | Bank of Cyprus | EUR 13,350 |
| Investment LLC | Investment holding | 12.5% | 3 weeks | RCB | EUR 9,835 |
| Representative Office | Marketing & research | 12.5% | Not trading | Alpha Bank | EUR 11,705 |
| Trust | Family assets | 0% | No sales | Ancoria Bank | EUR 15,585 |
| Free Zone LLC | International trading | 12.5% | 3 weeks | SCG Cyprus | EUR 10,535 |
What we handle for you in Cyprus
LLC, Investment Holding LLC, Representative Office, Trust and Free Zone company setup with documentation and registration support.
Support for corporate bank account opening in Cyprus or overseas, including KYC, business plan and compliance documentation.
Corporate tax number, VAT registration, accounting setup and compliance planning for local and international operations.
Assistance with regulated business licences where required, especially for financial services, investment and specialist activities.
Office premises search, hiring support, employment setup and operational launch assistance for Cyprus-based business presence.
Holding companies, trusts, family wealth structures and cross-border planning for investors, founders and multinational groups.
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