Minimum Share Capital Requirements Cyprus

Minimum Share Capital Requirements Cyprus

Minimum share capital requirements in Cyprus refer to the minimum amount of capital that a company must have in order to operate legally. This requirement is put in place to ensure that businesses have enough financial resources to cover any potential liabilities and to protect the interests of shareholders and creditors.


In Cyprus, the minimum share capital requirements vary depending on the type of company. For example, a private limited company must have a minimum share capital of at least €1,000, while a public limited company must have a minimum share capital of €25,629. Companies must also have at least one shareholder and one director in order to be incorporated.


Meeting the minimum share capital requirements is important for businesses in Cyprus as it demonstrates that the company has the financial stability to operate effectively. It also helps to build trust and credibility with potential investors and partners. Failing to meet these requirements can result in penalties and even the dissolution of the company.


Overall, minimum share capital requirements in Cyprus play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and stability of businesses, and companies must ensure that they meet these requirements in order to operate legally and successfully in the country.

Compliance with Regulations Cyprus

Minimum Share Capital Requirements Cyprus
Republic of Cyprus
  • Κυπριακή Δημοκρατία (Greek)
  • Kıbrıs Cumhuriyeti (Turkish)
Anthem: Ὕμνος εἰς τὴν Ἐλευθερίαν[a]
(English: "Hymn to Liberty")
  Cyprus
  Territory administered by the Republic of Cyprus
CapitalNicosia
35°10′N 33°22′E / 35.167°N 33.367°E / 35.167; 33.367
Largest cityLimassol[2]
Official languages
Minority languages
Vernaculars
Ethnic groups
Religion
(2020; including Northern Cyprus)
DemonymCypriot
GovernmentUnitary presidential republic
• President
Nikos Christodoulides
Vacant[b]
Annita Demetriou
LegislatureHouse of Representatives
Independence from the United Kingdom
19 February 1959
• Independence proclaimed
16 August 1960
1 October 1960
Area
• Total[c]
9,251 km2 (3,572 sq mi) (162nd)
• Water (%)
0.11[4]
Population
• 2021 census
923,272[d][5]
• Density
123.4[c][6]/km2 (319.6/sq mi) (82nd)
GDP (PPP)2026 estimate
• Total
$67.441 billion[7] (125th)
• Per capita
$67,796[7] (29th)
GDP (nominal)2026 estimate
• Total
$45.171 billion[7] (100th)
• Per capita
$45,409[7] (28th)
Gini (2025) 31.2[8]
medium inequality
HDI (2023) 0.913[9]
very high (32nd)
CurrencyEuro () (EUR)
Time zoneUTC+02:00 (EET)
• Summer (DST)
UTC+03:00 (EEST)
Calling code+357
ISO 3166 codeCY
Internet TLD.cy[e]


The minimum share capital requirement for a company formation in Cyprus is €1.
No, the share capital does not need to be fully paid upon incorporation.
Yes, the share capital can be increased after the company has been formed through a resolution of the shareholders.
No, there are no restrictions on the currency in which the share capital can be paid.