06. Tax Planning Services in Cyprus

Cyprus Tax Consultants for Personal, Business and International Tax Planning

Cyprus offers a 15% corporate tax rate, a 17-year non-domicile exemption for individuals, and an extensive treaty network, planned around the 2026 rules, not last year’s. Auditnet advises individuals and businesses on tax strategy that holds up, not just files on time.
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15% corporate tax rate

Every engagement follows International Financial Reporting and Auditing Standards

17-year non-dom exemption

Personal SDC relief on worldwide dividends and interest

Personal, business & international

One team advising across all three, not siloed specialists

What we do

Our Tax Planning Services

Legal strategies to reduce tax liability and stay compliant, for individuals, businesses, and structures spanning multiple jurisdictions.

Personal Tax Planning

We look at your personal situation and the tax residency rules that apply to you, including Cyprus’s 60-day residency test, and identify legal opportunities to reduce your exposure.

  • Non-dom status: 17-year SDC exemption on dividends and interest
  • Capital gains planning on Cyprus and foreign assets
  • 50% employment income exemption for qualifying new residents
  • No inheritance or wealth tax to plan around in Cyprus

Business Tax Planning

Business decisions carry real tax consequences. We advise on structuring that takes full advantage of the 15% corporate tax rate and the reliefs that sit around it, covered in more depth on our Cyprus Tax System page.

  • Loss carry-forward planning, up to 7 years
  • R&D super-deduction and IP Box eligibility review
  • Group relief between Cyprus resident companies
  • No stamp duty or annual levy to factor in since 2026

International Tax Planning

Using appropriate structures across jurisdictions, tax liabilities can be reduced substantially. We work with professionals in multiple countries to identify efficient, defensible structures, closely tied to the work covered on our International Clients hub.

  • Access to 65+ Cyprus double tax treaties
  • Cyprus holding company structuring
  • Withholding tax planning on cross-border dividends
  • Long-term asset protection and fiscal growth planning

VAT Advice and Compliance

VAT legislation is complex and constantly amended, in Cyprus and across the EU. Our team stays current and applies that knowledge directly to your situation, at the standard 19% rate or the reliefs and exemptions that may apply.

  • National and international VAT transactions
  • Registration and application support
  • VAT due diligence and VAT audits
  • Appeal procedures where disputes arise

Tax Compliance and Authority Liaison

Provisional and monthly tax filing deadlines carry real penalties if missed. We track and meet them on your behalf, and if the tax authorities do raise questions, we handle that correspondence directly so it stays a routine matter rather than a daunting one.

  • Monthly and provisional tax return preparation
  • Direct correspondence with the Cyprus Tax Department
  • Deadline tracking to avoid penalties
  • Support through enquiries and reviews
2026 tax reform

15% corporate tax, SDC changes and more, covered in full on our Cyprus Tax System page

Structuring for international clients

Registration, holding companies and IP structures, brought together on our International Clients hub.

Deeper reading

Our guide, Tax Planning in Cyprus: How to Reduce Your Company's Tax Bill Legally in 2026, walks through the detail.

Beyond tax planning

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Statutory audit and assurance for Cyprus companies, carried out by ACCA-qualified auditors who understand local compliance and international reporting standards alike.
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Bookkeeping, financial reporting and ongoing accounting support for Cyprus companies, handled by accountants who know your numbers well enough to flag a problem before it becomes one.
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Corporate Advisory

Corporate advisory for acquisitions, restructuring and business planning, giving Cyprus and international businesses a clear path through complex decisions.
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Shipping Services

Registration, taxation and accounting support for shipping companies operating under the Cyprus flag, covering the sector's specific regulatory requirements.
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Frequently Asked
Questions

What is Cyprus non-dom status, and who qualifies?

Non-domiciled status exempts a Cyprus tax resident from Special Defence Contribution on worldwide dividend and interest income for 17 years. Most people who move to Cyprus from abroad qualify automatically, provided they haven't been Cyprus tax resident for at least 17 of the last 20 years.

What's the Cyprus corporate tax rate in 2026?

15%, up from 12.5% from 1 January 2026. See our Cyprus Tax System page for the full 2026 reform detail, including loss carry-forward, SDC and stamp duty changes.

Can I qualify for Cyprus tax residency without living there full time?

Yes, via the 60-day rule, provided you meet the accompanying conditions: no more than 183 days in any other single country, a business, employment or directorship connection to a Cyprus company, and a permanent Cyprus residence.

What happens when my non-dom exemption reaches 17 years?

You become deemed domiciled and standard SDC rates apply going forward. Under the 2026 reform, individuals with no Cyprus domicile of origin can elect to extend the exemption for up to two further five-year periods at a fixed fee per period.

Do I need to register for VAT in Cyprus?

It depends on your activity, turnover and cross-border transactions. Our team reviews your specific position and handles the registration and ongoing compliance if required.

Build a Tax Strategy for 2026, not Last Year

Tell us about your personal or business situation, and we’ll identify the legal opportunities available to you under the current rules.

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