03. Corporate Advisory in Cyprus

Strategic Advisory for M&A Structuring, Restructuring and Governance

How a transaction or reorganisation is structured matters as much as the transaction itself. Auditnet advises on that structural layer, deal structuring, restructuring, governance and succession, work that sits apart from growth-stage consulting and from the valuation, due diligence and negotiation stage of buying or selling a business.
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Structure before you transact

Deal and tax structuring advice ahead of due diligence and negotiation

Tax-neutral reorganisations

Cross-border mergers structured under the EU Merger Directive where eligible

Governance that scales

Board and shareholder frameworks built for growth, not just formation

What we do

Our Corporate Advisory Services

Strategic advice for the structural decisions behind a transaction, reorganisation or governance change, distinct from the transactional groundwork itself.

M&A Strategy and Deal Structuring

Before a deal reaches due diligence, its structure needs deciding: share purchase or asset purchase, how it is financed, and how the resulting group sits together. We advise on that structure so the transaction is tax-efficient and defensible from the outset. Valuation, due diligence and negotiation are handled on our dedicated Buying or Selling a Business page.

  • Share deal vs asset deal structuring advice
  • Pre-transaction structuring reviews
  • Tax-efficient acquisition and financing structures
  • Coordination with legal counsel on completion mechanics

Corporate Restructuring and Reorganisation

Groups change shape as businesses grow, consolidate or simplify. We plan mergers, demergers and internal reorganisations between group companies, including cross-border mergers that may qualify for relief under the EU Merger Directive.

  • Mergers and demergers between group companies
  • Corporate simplification of multi-entity groups
  • Cross-border reorganisations and redomiciliation
  • EU Merger Directive relief eligibility review

Corporate Governance Advisory

As a company takes on more shareholders, directors or investors, informal decision-making stops working. We design governance frameworks, board structures and shareholder terms that hold up as the business grows.

  • Shareholder agreement terms and structure advice
  • Director duties and conflict-of-interest policies
  • Board structure and decision-making frameworks
  • Investor-ready governance documentation

Succession and Ownership Planning

Transferring a family business, or restructuring ownership ahead of retirement or a generational handover, needs planning well before the event itself. We structure the transition to protect the business and the people receiving it.

  • Family business succession structuring
  • Holding company insertion for succession purposes
  • Share transfer and ownership restructuring
  • Coordination with wills and estate planning advisors

Group and Cross-border Structuring

Cyprus’s treaty network and 15% corporate tax rate make it a common holding jurisdiction for international groups. We advise on how a group should be structured across borders, work that connects directly to our International Clients hub.

  • International holding structure design
  • Substance and CFC-rule considerations
  • Group reorganisation across multiple jurisdictions
  • Coordination with local advisors in other jurisdictions
Buying or selling a business

Valuation, due diligence and negotiation sit on our dedicated Buying or Selling a Business page.

Growth and feasibility advisory

For finance, budgeting and start-up support, see Consulting Services.

Cross-border structuring

For international group and holding structures, see the International Clients hub.

Beyond corporate advisory

Related Services

Consulting Services

Strategic and financial consulting for businesses planning their next stage of growth in Cyprus, from structuring decisions to operational advice.
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Buying or Selling a Business

Valuation, due diligence and negotiation for the transaction itself.
Buying or Selling a Business Service

Tax Planning

Tax planning that reduces the burden on your business without stepping outside Cyprus tax law, from the 2026 corporate tax reforms through to VAT and SDC treatment.
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International Clients Hub

Cross-border group structuring for international investors.
International Clients Services

Frequently Asked
Questions

What's the difference between Corporate Advisory and Consulting Services?

Corporate Advisory covers transactions, mergers, restructuring and governance. Consulting Services covers growth-stage advisory: feasibility studies, raising finance, budgeting and start-up support. If you aren't buying, selling or restructuring, Consulting Services is usually the right page.

What's the difference between Corporate Advisory and Buying or Selling a Business?

Corporate Advisory covers the strategic structuring behind a transaction: share deal vs asset deal, tax structuring, and post-deal reorganisation. Buying or Selling a Business covers the transaction itself, valuation, due diligence and negotiation.

Is a share deal or an asset deal more tax efficient?

It depends on the buyer's and seller's positions, the assets involved, and the reliefs available to each party. We review both structures against your specific transaction before recommending one.

Can a cross-border merger involving a Cyprus company be tax neutral?

Often yes, where the merger qualifies under the EU Merger Directive, which defers tax on the transfer of assets between companies in EU member states. Eligibility depends on the structure of both companies involved.

Do you draft shareholder agreements yourselves?

We advise on the commercial and governance terms and coordinate with legal counsel on the final drafting, so the agreement reflects a workable governance structure rather than only legal boilerplate.

Plan the Structure Before you Sign Anything

Tell us about the transaction, reorganisation or governance change you’re considering, and we’ll advise on how to structure it.

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