New “Assumption of Responsibility for Hosting” Form for Cyprus Visa Applications
The authorities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus have recently updated the “Assumption of Responsibility for Hosting” form used in visa applications submitted through Cyprus embassies and consulates abroad.
Abolition of the Stamp Duty Law as of 01/01/2026
The Stamp Duty Law (Law No. 19/1963) historically constituted a mechanism for the imposition of stamp duty on a wide range of documents in Cyprus. By virtue of Law No. 239(I)/2025, the Stamp Duty Laws were abolished as of 1 January 2026, with the result that new documents executed from 2026 onwards are no longer …
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Cybersecurity Attacks and Data Breaches: Regulatory and Legal Framework in Cyprus
In the digital age, cybersecurity breaches—commonly referred to as “hacking incidents”—have become increasingly disruptive, posing significant legal, financial, and reputational risks to organizations. These incidents can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, causing harm not only to the affected companies but also to individuals whose data may be compromised. It is therefore imperative for …
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Navigating Intellectual Property: An Introduction to Trademarks Registration
WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY? Intellectual Property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. IP gives creators exclusive rights over the use of their creations for a certain period, encouraging innovation and creativity. There are several types of intellectual property namely trademarks, …
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Mandatory Mediation for Civil Disputes up to €10,000 in Cyprus
In recent years, the legal landscape in Cyprus has undergone transformative changes aimed at modernizing the judicial process and tackling inefficiencies that have plagued the resolution of civil disputes. Among the most significant reforms is the introduction of mandatory mediation for civil disputes involving claims of up to €10,000. This initiative is a cornerstone of …
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Amendment of the Civil Registry Law
Modernization of the Legislation and Revision of the Requirements for Obtaining Cypriot Citizenship based on years of residence in the Republic of Cyprus. The House of Representatives passed the Civil Registry Amended Law 149(I)/2023, which was published in the Official Government Gazette on December 19, 2023, with immediate effect, and amends the Civil Registry Laws …
LAW AMENDING THE SALE OF IMMOVABLE PROPERTY (SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE) LAW OF 2011 (LAW 81(I)/2011)
On the 12th of December 2023, the Law 132(I) of 2023 was published, amending, thus, the Sale of Immovable Property (Specific Performance) Law of 2011 (Law 81(I)/2011). The new Law amends the provisions regarding the submission of a contract for the sale of a property to the Department of Lands and Surveys and regarding the specific …
Intra-Group Mergers of Cyprus Companies: An Overview
Intra-Group Mergers Mergers are generally regarded as means for companies to consolidate their businesses with the main purpose to position themselves more favorably against stronger competition. Others often use a merger to establish themselves as a dominant force on a national and supranational level. Intra-group mergers, on the other hand, provide a tool for groups …
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