Change in the process of stamping documents The Tax Department announced changes in the process of the stamping of documents with fixed stamp duty fees which applies from 29 June…
Announcement of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection for the carrying out compliance checks with the General Regulation on Data Protection The Commissioner for Personal Data Protection (the “Commissioner”) has…
Amendments to the Trademarks Law in Cyprus EU Directive 2015/2436 in relation to trademarks has recently been implemented in Cyprus by amending the Trademarks Law, Cap.268 (the “Law”). The Law…
The Use of Electronic Signature in Cyprus During the Coronavirus The coronavirus pandemic has increased the need to conduct non face-to-face business by using electronic means that, nowadays, can be…
COVID-19 Updated Cyprus Government Economic (Support) Measures The government’s economic support measures in relation to the support of employees and businesses were renewed, expiring on 12 June 2020. These…
COVID 19-Cyprus Government Economic (Support) Measures The global crisis caused by Covid-19, which affects the sustainability of states and the survival of people and businesses, hasn’t left Cyprus unaffected. The…
The Law regulating Airbnb Accommodation in Cyprus In January 2020, the Regulation of the Establishment and Operation of Hotels and Tourist Accommodation Law (the “Law”) has been amended to cover…
Temporary and Permanent Residence Permits in Cyprus Permanent Residence Permits Investors’ Residence Permits An expedited procedure exists for granting a residence permit to third country nationals who…
Amendments to the Rent Control Law Tenants who fail to pay relevant rent are protected by the Rent Control Law 23 of 1983 (the “Law”). Due to procedures and delays…
UK's withdrawal from the EU The United Kingdom (UK) is withdrawing from the European Union (EU) today, the 31st of January 2020. As a result, the Withdrawal Agreement, which…