Tax Planning
We advise businesses, investors and individuals on Cyprus tax matters, covering tax planning, structuring, compliance and dispute resolution, including cross-border aspects.
Our Expertise
Tax considerations influence how businesses invest, expand, reorganise and exit, and how individuals structure and manage their assets. We advise on Cyprus direct and indirect tax matters throughout the lifecycle of transactions and corporate structures, from initial planning and feasibility through implementation, compliance and dispute management.
Our work often involves the structuring of international investments and group operations through Cyprus holding, financing and operational entities. We regularly advise on matters involving Cyprus’ double taxation treaty network, EU tax directives and international tax standards, as well as developments arising from OECD BEPS initiatives, anti-avoidance rules and substance requirements affecting cross-border structures.
We also advise on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganisations, investment platforms and financing arrangements, as well as the relocation of business activities or individuals to Cyprus. Our experience includes transfer pricing considerations, applications for tax rulings and the interpretation of complex tax legislation affecting international structures.
Because tax issues frequently arise alongside corporate, finance, funds, real estate and private-client matters, we work closely with colleagues across these practices to ensure that tax considerations are addressed early and incorporated into the broader legal and commercial strategy.
How We Support Our Clients
We provide clear and practical advice that helps clients understand tax implications, manage risk and implement efficient structures. Our approach focuses on identifying potential exposures early and developing solutions that are both legally robust and commercially workable.
We assist clients with both routine tax matters and complex projects, including international group structuring, corporate reorganisations and investment arrangements. Our team also advises on transfer pricing frameworks, compliance obligations and interactions with the Cyprus Tax Department, including applications for advance tax rulings and the resolution of tax disputes.
Working closely with accountants and tax advisers, we align legal analysis with accounting, reporting and compliance considerations to support effective implementation and ongoing regulatory alignment.
For matters involving multiple jurisdictions, we coordinate with foreign counsel and tax advisers to ensure consistency across international structures. Given the close relationship between tax and other legal disciplines, we collaborate with colleagues across our corporate, finance, real estate and dispute resolution practices to ensure tax considerations are fully integrated into transactions and restructurings.
Our Work Includes Advising On
- Corporate tax advisory: Advising Cyprus and international groups on corporate taxation, substance and residency considerations.
- Holding and financing structures: Structuring Cyprus entities for international investment and financing activities.
- M&A tax structuring: Supporting acquisitions, disposals and reorganisations with tax due diligence and structuring advice.
- Transfer pricing: Advising on transfer pricing policies, documentation and compliance for intra-group transactions.
- Advance tax rulings: Assisting clients with applications for tax rulings before the Cyprus Tax Department.
- Real estate tax matters: Advising on the tax aspects of property acquisitions, disposals and development projects.
- Individual tax planning: Advising internationally mobile individuals on residency and personal tax considerations.
- Tax authority engagements: Representing clients in interactions with the Cyprus Tax Department, including queries, objections and dispute resolution.
- Compliance and reporting: Advising on tax compliance obligations and cross-border reporting requirements.
Our Client Base
We advise a diverse client base, with a particular focus on the corporate and financial sectors. Our clients include local and international financial institutions, global corporations, investment firms, high‑net‑worth individuals and sophisticated private clients involved in complex, often cross‑border disputes.
We are also regularly instructed by foreign law firms and international litigation teams seeking reliable, experienced Cyprus‑court representation and coordinated support in multi‑jurisdictional matters.
