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KIKLON Partners is a hybrid corporate services provider offering licensed fiduciary services and supporting company formation and corporate structuring in Cyprus and abroad. We work with international clients seeking to leverage Cyprus’ trusted, English-law–based company law framework and the island’s highly competitive tax advantages

As a trusted local partner, we represent and manage clients’ Cyprus operations with the discretion and precision expected of a licensed fiduciary firm, ensuring every company is structured, governed, and maintained to the highest standards.

Cyprus is a natural gateway to Greece and wider Europe, supporting inbound and outbound investment flows.

Our corporate practice includes the design and administration of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and Cyprus holding companies structures, used by clients as strategic platforms for international investment, asset ownership, and cross-border expansion. 

We manage and safeguard high-value real estate assets in Cyprus and abroad through our asset custodianship services, providing hands-on governance and directorship oversight. Supported by legal, tax, and cross-border expertise, we help clients operate with clarity and confidence across their international structures.

 

Partnerships

Affiliated Partners

AM MALLAS LLC

MALLAS LAW FIRM

A licensed Cyprus law firm providing specialized legal services in corporate and commercial law, real estate transactions, and intellectual property. The firm advises entrepreneurs, investors, and businesses on structuring, transactions, and asset protection, delivering practical solutions across local and cross-border matters.

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Corporate Tax Benefits

Key Benefits for Corporate Tax Benefits

Low Corporate Tax Rate

Corporate tax is set at 15% among the lowest in the EU, supporting profit retention and reinvestment.

0% Withholding Tax

Dividends, interest, and royalties can be paid abroad tax-free, ideal for EU cross-border group structures (subject to LTJ and BLJ rules)

EU Directives

Access to the EU Parent–Subsidiary Directive and Interest & Royalties Directive, allowing tax-free repatriation of profits and intra-EU payments.

0% Capital Gains

Most foreign dividends and capital gains on shares and securities are exempt from tax in Cyprus.

Notional Interest Deduction (NID)

Companies that raise new equity can deduct a notional interest expense, reducing taxable income and lowering the effective tax rate.

IP Box Regime (3% Effective Tax)

80% deduction on qualifying IP profits, making Cyprus one of the most attractive EU jurisdictions for technology, R&D, and IP-focused businesses.

7-Year Loss Carry-Forward

Businesses can carry forward tax losses for up to 7 years.

EU Banking Benefits

Access to EU-regulated banking, easier international payments, and strong compliance infrastructure.

Credible & Cost-Efficient Jurisdiction

Low substance and maintenance costs under a clear common law framework, making Cyprus ideal for HNWIs, family offices, and multinationals.

Strategic Location

A true gateway to Europe, MENA, and Asia within 4 hours of major hubs like UAE, UK, France, Germany, Scandinavia, and Qatar.

Extensive Double Tax Treaty Network

Cyprus has over 65 double tax treaties, including with the UK, USA, UAE, India, Switzerland, and most EU member states, reducing or eliminating withholding taxes on dividends, interest, and royalties and avoiding double taxation on cross-border income.

Lower Setup Fees & Clear Corporate Framework

Easy Business Setup

Companies in Cyprus can be incorporated within days, with straightforward procedures, transparent costs, and no hidden fees. This efficiency makes Cyprus highly attractive for founders, family offices, and multinational investors.

Low-Cost Substance

Establishing the necessary local presence for tax purposes, is cost-effective compared to other EU jurisdictions, making it easier to meet international substance requirements.

Flexible Structures

Clear rules for reorganisations, mergers, and redomiciliations give businesses flexibility to adapt, restructure, or expand with minimal bureaucracy.

Easy Redomiciliation Procedures

Foreign companies can efficiently transfer their corporate seat to Cyprus while maintaining legal identity and continuity, making Cyprus a preferred destination for corporate relocations.

EU Credibility

As an EU member state, Cyprus provides a trusted and transparent corporate framework that inspires confidence among international partners, banks, and investors.

Investor-Friendly Environment

A stable legal system based on English common law, combined with simplified compliance and predictable regulation, creates a secure framework for holding companies, startups, and cross-border expansions.