Cyprus is the gateway to EU banking for International Businesses incorporated outside the EU.
Corporate and personal accounts are available, including banking services such as debit and credit cards, a broad range of currencies available, online and mobile banking, trade finance, credit notes, among others.
Cyprus is part of the Single Euro Payments Area and provides International Bank Account Numbers (IBAN), meaning that businesses and individuals banking in Cyprus may enjoy low transaction fees on transactions within the European Union.
In Cyprus there are no withholding taxes on interests paid to non-residents and there are no minimum account deposits.
All in all, Cyprus is an ideal option for EU and offshore companies that wish to access EU banking services and do business within the EU. For wealth management structures, Cyprus banks are also familiar with foundations and trusts incorporated in offshore jurisdictions.