Cyprus reformed its tax system from 1 January 2026. The corporate rate went up, but the Non-Dom regime — the main reason founders move here — stayed fully intact.
Set up your Cyprus company, move your tax residency and get your Non-Dom certificate — one complete package, delivered with our authorized Cyprus partner Tax.One. 15% corporate tax, 0% tax on dividends for Non-Doms, and a life inside the EU.
For most of our clients, Dubai wins. But for some, Cyprus is genuinely the better answer — and we’ll tell you honestly which one fits.
EU clients who insist on EU invoicing, EU contracts or EU regulation — a Cyprus company is a full EU company.
Short flights to most EU capitals, EU healthcare and schools, and no need to leave the European system.
As a Non-Dom, dividends are exempt from Special Defence Contribution for 17 years — ideal for founders and investors.
Cyprus’s IP Box can bring the effective tax rate on qualifying IP income down to around 3%.
Free movement makes relocating simple — our package includes your residence registration and Non-Dom certificate.
Some clients combine Cyprus and Dubai structures. We set up both, with one point of contact — see our Dubai free zone setups or a US LLC from $999.
Chris explains when another jurisdiction beats Dubai — and how we compare your options honestly.
One complete setup price, and clear yearly costs — so you know the full picture before you move.
Company, tax residency and Non-Dom — everything to move
€6,990 one-time
Prices exclude VAT where applicable
Start My Relocation →Everything to keep your company compliant from year 2
from €4,990 / year
Higher transaction volumes may increase accounting fees
Ask About Running Costs →MEU1 residence registration is for EU citizens. Non-EU nationals need a different residence route — ask us and we’ll map the options. Bank approval is decided by the bank; we prepare and support your applications. Housing — to use the 60-day rule you need a home in Cyprus (rented or owned), which is not part of the package.
Cyprus reformed its tax system from 1 January 2026. The corporate rate went up, but the Non-Dom regime — the main reason founders move here — stayed fully intact.
| Tax | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate income tax | 15% | Raised from 12.5% on 1 January 2026 |
| Dividends (Non-Dom) | 0% SDC | For 17 years; 2.65% health contribution (GHS) applies, capped |
| Personal income tax | 0–35% | First €22,000 tax-free from 2026 |
| Gains on shares | 0% | Capital gains tax applies mainly to Cyprus property |
| IP Box | ~3% effective | On qualifying IP income |
| VAT | 19% | Standard rate |
You can become Cyprus tax resident by spending just 60 days a year in Cyprus — if you are not tax resident anywhere else, don’t spend more than 183 days in any other single country, have a business, job or directorship in Cyprus, and keep a home in Cyprus (rented or owned). Our package sets up the Cyprus company and your employment contract that support this. Your home country’s exit rules still apply — we recommend confirming your position with a tax advisor.
| Cyprus | Dubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate tax | 15% | 9% above AED 375,000 — 0% possible for qualifying free zone income |
| Personal income tax | 0–35% on salary; 0% SDC on dividends for Non-Doms | 0% |
| EU company & residency | Yes | No |
| Setup (our packages) | From €6,990 incl. relocation | Free zone from AED 9,900 |
| Yearly running costs | From €4,990 incl. audit | Lower — accounting from AED 350/month |
| Best for | EU-focused founders, dividend earners, IP businesses | Maximum tax savings, lifestyle, global founders |
We deliver both Cyprus and Dubai, so our advice is neutral. Read our international setups overview, or see what a Dubai free zone company would look like for you.
Tax.One is our authorized partner for Cyprus — and we are Tax.One’s authorized partner for Dubai. Founded by Ricardo Gorski, Tax.One has helped 500+ clients relocate to Cyprus, with advisers, lawyers, chartered accountants and real-estate specialists under one roof.
“Dubai is for inspiration. Cyprus is for execution.”— Ricardo Gorski, Founder of Tax.One
You keep one point of contact — us — from your first call to your Non-Dom certificate. Learn more about Tax.One.
We compare Cyprus and Dubai for your citizenship, income and family — and confirm Cyprus really fits.
Your Cyprus Ltd is incorporated, with tax, VAT, Social Insurance and employer registrations completed.
Immigration documents, your residence appointment and registration, plus corporate and personal bank applications.
We apply for your Non-Dom certificate — then keep your company compliant year after year.
Our Complete Cyprus Relocation package starts from €6,990 and includes company formation, all tax and Social Insurance registrations, company secretary and registered office for year 1, bank account support, your residence registration and your Non-Dom certificate. Yearly running costs start from €4,990, including accounting, payroll, audit and company secretary. Prices exclude VAT where applicable.
15% from 1 January 2026, raised from 12.5% under the 2026 tax reform. Qualifying IP income can be taxed at an effective rate of around 3% under the IP Box.
Non-Dom status exempts qualifying Cyprus tax residents from Special Defence Contribution on dividends, interest and rental income for up to 17 years. In practice, dividends from your company are tax-free apart from a 2.65% health contribution (GHS), which is capped. The regime was kept unchanged in the 2026 reform.
Under the 60-day rule you can become Cyprus tax resident with 60 days a year, if you are not tax resident elsewhere, don’t spend more than 183 days in another single country, have a business, job or directorship in Cyprus and keep a home there. Otherwise the standard 183-day rule applies.
The package includes MEU1 residence registration, which is for EU citizens. Non-EU nationals need a different residence route, for example through a company with foreign ownership. Contact us and we’ll map the right option for your nationality.
No, a Cyprus company can be formed and run remotely. But to benefit from Non-Dom and personal tax residency, you need to actually become Cyprus tax resident — for example under the 60-day rule.
The company is usually incorporated within a few working days. Tax registrations, bank accounts, your residence registration and the Non-Dom certificate follow in the weeks after. We give you a clear timeline on your first call.
Dubai usually wins on pure tax: 0% personal income tax and lower running costs. Cyprus wins when you need an EU company, want to stay inside the EU, live mainly off dividends or run an IP business. Because we deliver both, we compare them honestly for your case.
Tax.One is our authorized partner for Cyprus, and we are Tax.One’s authorized partner for Dubai. Founded by Ricardo Gorski, Tax.One has helped 500+ clients relocate to Cyprus and covers tax, legal, immigration and real estate under one roof. We deliver Cyprus setups together, and you keep us as your single point of contact.
From €4,990 per year for accounting and bookkeeping, payroll and Social Insurance filings, VAT and tax filings, the annual statutory audit, and company secretary and registered office. Companies with many transactions or employees pay more for accounting.
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