Restitution And Unjust Enrichment Under Cyprus Law

As of 01/09/2023, the new Civil Procedure Rules (the "Rules") will apply to new cases filed from that date onwards. However, the Court has the discretionary power to extend the application...

In a recent decision of the District Court of Nicosia, it has been held that Cyprus Courts have jurisdiction to adjudicate on applications for enforcement of foreign judgments and foreign arbitral Awards...

Firstly, there are two laws governing arbitration proceedings in Cyprus: domestic arbitration proceedings are governed by the Arbitration Law of 1944, Cap. 4...

The concept of ‘pre-action protocol' was introduced with the New Civil Procedural Rules that were implemented on the 1st of September 2023 and constitute a milestone in the evolution of civil litigation in Cyprus.

It is not uncommon for high-value commercial disputes to give rise to jurisdictional issues, particularly where they involve multiple defendants domiciled in different jurisdictions or where one or more parties have entered into agreements containing jurisdiction clauses. The reason is straightforward: if the Court determines that it lacks jurisdiction to hear the matter, the proceedings may effectively come to an end at the outset. Accordingly, the issue of jurisdiction must be determined by the Court as a preliminary matter and at the earliest stage of proceedings.

The mechanism of the preliminary reference stands as one of the cornerstones of European Union law. It establishes a channel of judicial cooperation between the national courts of Member States and the Court of Justice of the European Union ("CJEU"), ensuring the uniform interpretation and application of EU law across all Member States. Understanding this mechanism, and in particular the conditions under which a Cypriot court may invoke it, is of considerable practical importance for any party appearing in proceedings that raise a question of EU law.

Defamation claims can have profound consequences for individuals and businesses, making it essential to understand the legal defenses available.

The Cyprus legal system has been subject to recent reforms to modernise its processes and offer efficient recourse to the courts in the dispute resolution process.

The legal landscape for expert evidence has undergone an important transformation with the introduction of the new Civil Procedure Rules 2023.

Pursuing a claim against a Cyprus company requires careful preparation before any formal demand is made. Understanding contractual terms, securing evidence, investigating the debtor's corporate structure and assets, and defining clear commercial objectives can determine whether a creditor preserves leverage or loses the opportunity for meaningful recovery.

The EU's Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA) transitional period expires on 1 July 2026, marking a critical deadline for crypto-asset service providers operating in Europe. Without proper MiCA authorisation by this date, businesses must cease operations and implement orderly wind-down procedures, as pending applications do not grant permission to continue providing services. This comprehensive analysis examines the regulatory requirements, compliance obligations, and strategic considerations for cryp

Cyprus has introduced an accelerated citizenship pathway for highly skilled foreign employees working for qualifying companies in the Republic. This framework, sometimes called the "Golden Knowledge" route, allows eligible professionals to obtain citizenship after four or five years of qualifying residence, depending on their Greek language proficiency. The regime represents a significant development for international professionals who have established their careers and lives in Cyprus.

A UK regulator's £4.7 million penalty against Citibank reveals how operational weaknesses in payment screening and account restrictions can undermine sanctions compliance. The enforcement action identifies specific process failures that allowed nearly 1,000 prohibited transactions worth £19.72 million to proceed despite sanctions restrictions.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the cornerstone of data privacy law in the European Union. It sets out strict obligations for businesses processing personal data and introduces some of the world's toughest enforcement powers.

Cyprus is evolving from a jurisdiction that simply attracts fintech licenses to one building genuine European fintech infrastructure. With new regulatory frameworks including PSD3, DORA, and MiCA converging, the country faces a critical question: can it develop the banking relationships, payment systems access, and institutional depth required to transform licensed entities into a truly interconnected financial ecosystem?

Cryptocurrency fraud victims in Cyprus are increasingly targeted by sophisticated "recovery" scams involving cold calls, remote access requests, and false promises to retrieve lost digital assets. Recent court cases demonstrate that while recovery is not guaranteed, victims who preserve evidence and act quickly may have realistic legal options through Cyprus courts, including freezing orders, disclosure relief, and asset preservation measures.

Two recent European Court judgments clarify when EU sanctions can freeze an unlisted company's funds through ownership or control by a listed person. The Inter Rao Lietuva and Abramovich cases establish different evidentiary standards and challenge routes, requiring businesses to understand the specific legal basis for any payment restriction.

Cypriot citizens have the right to apply to change their name or surname, correct any errors, or make any additions to the competent authorities (i.e., the district administration offices).

The Court of Justice's Jautiva ruling has clarified that EU company law does not require unrestricted online access to shareholder personal information, even when corporate transparency and anti-money laundering objectives are invoked. Cyprus businesses must now reconsider how they balance statutory filing obligations with data protection principles, particularly when shareholder records can be downloaded in bulk without safeguards. This analysis examines what the judgment means for corporate disclosure pra

The CCPS announced the adoption of an administrative decision against two land and residential building developers for violation of the Unfair Commercial Practices of Enterprises to Consumers Law of 2007...