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Soteroula Stavri-Socratous & Co LLC With over three decades of legal experience, the team at Soteroula Stavri-Socratous & Co LLC provides trusted legal support.

Certificate of Incorporation. M&A. Director & shareholder certificates. Passport copies. Proof of source of funds.Every ...
29/07/2026

Certificate of Incorporation. M&A. Director & shareholder certificates. Passport copies. Proof of source of funds.

Every bank has its own internal policy formats matter as much as content, and source-of-funds documentation is the #1 cause of delays for international clients.

We prepare every document and liaise directly with the bank on your behalf, start to finish.

📩 DM "BANKING" to get started.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Individual circumstances vary — book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

"We moved from the UK and had no idea how to navigate anything at first."They helped us with tax residency, opening a co...
28/07/2026

"We moved from the UK and had no idea how to navigate anything at first."

They helped us with tax residency, opening a company, and our permanent residency and made the whole process smooth and stress-free.

Real client feedback, shared with permission. This is why we do this work.

The most competitive IP Box regime in the EU.3% effective tax on qualifying patent, software and royalty income, plus a ...
27/07/2026

The most competitive IP Box regime in the EU.

3% effective tax on qualifying patent, software and royalty income, plus a 120% R&D deduction and 0% withholding tax on royalties. Cyprus is built for tech and IP-holding structures.

Combined with the right corporate setup, this is one of the strongest positions in Europe for software companies, patent holders, and royalty-generating businesses.

💬 Comment "IPBOX" and we'll walk you through whether you qualify.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Individual circumstances vary — book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

Skipping the title deed check. No reservation agreement. Missing Council of Ministers approval. Ignoring VAT and transfe...
24/07/2026

Skipping the title deed check. No reservation agreement. Missing Council of Ministers approval. Ignoring VAT and transfer fees. Using the developer's lawyer instead of your own.

These five mistakes account for the majority of the property disputes we handle.

The most important one: every buyer needs their own independent lawyer not one recommended by the seller. This single choice prevents most of the costly disputes we see in Cyprus property transactions.

📩 DM "PROPERTY" for a free contract review before you sign anything.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Individual circumstances vary — book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

15% corporate tax. EU member since 2004. Common law system. 320+ sunny days a year.Cyprus sits at the crossroads of Euro...
23/07/2026

15% corporate tax. EU member since 2004. Common law system. 320+ sunny days a year.

Cyprus sits at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and Africa — and the legal framework backs it up. For investors weighing where to base a business or relocate a family, the fundamentals genuinely hold up.

💬 Comment "INVEST" below and we'll reach out to talk through your options.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Individual circumstances vary book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

A lot of outdated advice is still floating around about Cyprus company tax. Here's what's actually true in 2026:Corporat...
22/07/2026

A lot of outdated advice is still floating around about Cyprus company tax. Here's what's actually true in 2026:

Corporate tax rose from 12.5% to 15% under the 2026 reform aligning with OECD minimum tax rules.

What didn't change: the IP Box regime, no withholding tax on dividends to non-residents, no capital gains tax on securities. Combined with IP Box and Notional Interest Deduction structuring, effective rates can fall as low as 3%.

If you're setting up a Cyprus company, structure matters more than the headline number.

📩 DM "COMPANY" to talk structure.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Individual circumstances vary — book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

Company formation in Cyprus in 1–4 weeks.We handle every step from A-Z15% corporate tax among the lowest in the EU, wit...
21/07/2026

Company formation in Cyprus in 1–4 weeks.

We handle every step from A-Z

15% corporate tax among the lowest in the EU, with structuring options that can bring the effective rate down further.

📩 DM or COMMENT "COMPANY" to start.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Individual circumstances vary — book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

"Yellow Slip" isn't official terminology it's the informal name for the MEU1 registration certificate.It's the registra...
20/07/2026

"Yellow Slip" isn't official terminology it's the informal name for the MEU1 registration certificate.

It's the registration document EU citizens (and their family members) need to formally live in Cyprus beyond 3 months. It's not a visa. It's not permanent residency. It confirms you're exercising your EU treaty right to reside here.

Most EU nationals need it for renting, banking, and day-to-day life administration once settled in Cyprus.

If someone's told you this is complicated it usually isn't. It just needs to be done correctly and on time.

📩 DM "SLIP" if you're not sure what applies to your situation.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Individual circumstances vary book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

Cyprus cut SDC on dividends from 17% to 5% for domiciled tax residents, effective 1 January 2026.If you hold Non-Dom sta...
18/07/2026

Cyprus cut SDC on dividends from 17% to 5% for domiciled tax residents, effective 1 January 2026.

If you hold Non-Dom status, this doesn't even apply to you you continue paying 0% SDC on dividends, interest, and rental income, for up to 17 years.

For a domiciled resident earning €100,000 in dividends: tax dropped from €17,000 to €5,000.
For a Non-Dom: still €0, plus a small 2.65% GHS contribution.

If you're relocating to Cyprus and haven't structured your tax residency yet, this is the year to get it right from day one.

📩 DM "NONDOM" for a free consultation.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Individual circumstances vary ,book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

Cyprus Permanent Residency is one of the clearest, fastest paths to an EU base but the details trip people up constant...
17/07/2026

Cyprus Permanent Residency is one of the clearest, fastest paths to an EU base but the details trip people up constantly.

Wrong property category. Income structured incorrectly. Banking documentation that doesn't satisfy compliance checks. These are the reasons applications stall, not the headline requirements.

Swipe through for the real breakdown.

With 30+ years advising international clients relocating to Cyprus, this is the version we give in our actual consultations. No fluff.

📩 DM "PR" for a free 30-minute consultation.
🔖 Save this , you'll want it when you're ready.

ℹ️ This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case depends on its own facts book a consultation for advice on your specific situation.

Address

7, Kinira Street, Galaxias Building, 2nd Floor, Office 203/204
Páfos
8011

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 18:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 18:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 18:30
Friday 08:00 - 18:30

Telephone

+35726910956

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