UK residents wishing to reside in the EU may have the option to apply for Residency Permit in Cyprus
The holders of Residence Document in Cyprus may also benefit among others from the Non-Domicile Regime as well as by the tax advantages of having a company structure in Europe.
The Non-Domicile Program
Aims to attract business people from the UK but also from the rest of the world in order to launch their Global Business through Cyprus and benefit from the:
Various Tax Exemptions on personal income
0% Tax on Dividends and Interest
Low corporate tax 12,5%
Favourable Taxation on intellectual property and Royalties
Long-term duration of the program (17 Years)
Company structure in Cyprus
Starting a business in the EU with the formation of a company in Cyprus is one of the best alternatives for UK Nationals that would like to continue to cooperate with the European Union.
The local tax legislation along with the simplified procedures make the Cyprus Company a very attractive base to operate within Europe. Some of the benefits are:
Legal system structured and based on English Law as well as Cypriot Lawyers being trained in the UK
Outstanding Infrastructure for businesses with good telecommunications
Widespread use of the English language makes the island a very suitable and effective business base
Low cost infrastructure regarding a company s daily operation (utility bills etc)
Integration of UK and EU business
Low corporate tax rate 12,5% on profit
Dividend participation exemption
Exemption on disposal of securities (e.g. shares, bonds, debentures)
No withholding taxes on dividend, interest and royalty payments abroad
No capital gains tax (except for disposal of real estate in Cyprus or shares of company holding real estate in Cyprus to the extent gains is attributable to the real estate holding)
No succession taxes
Attractive IP regime
Tonnage tax for shipping companies
Notional interest deduction for investments into Cyprus companies
Personal tax exemptions for new residents and non-domiciled individual
To comply with the new CFC rules (Controlled Foreign Companies), the General Tax Avoidance Rules and the CRS (Common Reporting Standard), we have established a comprehensive package to set up a proper substance in Cyprus.
The business environment is becoming more complex and challenging, where low and/or Zero tax jurisdictions often are not compatible with the new restrictions and requirements of the local and international Tax legislation.
Substance is therefore the key solution in order to avoid any potential and substantial tax challenges by tax authorities. The economic substance includes inter alia:
Real physical presence in Cyprus with distinct offices
Employment of staff
Maintenance of accounting records in Cyprus
Performance of the accounting tasks by local accountants
Operation of bank accounts is done from Cyprus
Employer registration at the Social Insurance
Independent local email address and website
Independent telephone and fax line
Our Cyprus Business Center, which is located in Nicosia, provides fully serviced offices and business substance complemented by a full range state of the art services and facilities and an on-site office support team.
The luxury offices of various sizes and configurations, with a central reception area, a fully-equipped boardroom, kitchens, secure private covered parking and a host of other facilities and support services. The offices feature a modern design, a resourceful layout, a professional operational approach and a peace-of-mind mentality.
With over a decade worth of experience and a prominent network of international clients, BKMS has established a reputation that speaks for itself. BKMS is covering a broad spectrum of industries, taking into account the required accounting treatment and tax implications as well as the challenging international regulatory framework. Client Trust and loyalty are the very fundament of every commitment undertaken by BKMS. Adherence to a strict policy of professionalism therefore results in continuously successful developments. BKMS is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission Registration No 96/196.