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E-Commerce & Digital Business Law

Cyprus is one of Europe's best jurisdictions for e-commerce. We help online entrepreneurs structure, protect, and grow their digital businesses legally.

Why Cyprus for E-Commerce

Why Cyprus for Online Business

15% Corporate Tax

15% Corporate Tax

On global profits. Lowest in the EU.

EU-Compatible Payments

EU-Compatible Payments

PayPal, Stripe, Revolut, Wise all work seamlessly.

Fast Company Formation

Fast Company Formation

Ready in 7-10 working days.

EU Market Access

EU Market Access

Sell to 450 million European consumers.

Non-Dom Tax Regime

Non-Dom Tax Regime

0% personal tax on dividends for qualifying residents.

Full GDPR Support

Full GDPR Support

Complete EU data compliance framework.

Who We Help

Our E-Commerce Clients

Included

Dropshippers & Amazon FBA Sellers

Included

Affiliate Marketers

Included

Digital Nomads & Remote Entrepreneurs

Included

SaaS & Software Companies

Included

Online Course & Content Creators

Included

Payment & Fintech Startups

Included

Crypto & Web3 Businesses

Included

E-commerce Brands Expanding to EU

Our Process

How We Help You

1

Consultation

Business model analysis, goals, target markets.

2

Risk Audit

Review current documents, identify legal gaps and vulnerabilities.

3

Documentation

Custom contracts, T&Cs, privacy policies for your niche.

4

Compliance

GDPR, VAT registration, consumer law filings.

5

Ongoing Support

Expansion, disputes, restructuring.

FAQ

E-Commerce Law Questions

Do I need to be physically in Cyprus to run my business there?

No. Many clients operate their Cyprus-registered businesses entirely remotely. However, maintaining some economic substance (management decisions, banking) in Cyprus is advisable for tax purposes. We advise on the right structure for your specific situation.

Can I use Stripe, PayPal or Wise with a Cyprus company?

Yes. Cyprus is a full EU member state, meaning your Cyprus Ltd can use all major payment processors including Stripe, PayPal, Revolut Business, and Wise without restrictions.

What GDPR obligations does my e-commerce business have?

If you collect data from EU customers, you must comply with GDPR regardless of where your company is based. This includes a compliant Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, Data Processing Agreements, and appropriate consent mechanisms. We draft and implement all required GDPR documentation.

Can I combine a Cyprus company with Non-Dom status?

Yes. With Non-Dom tax status, qualifying Cyprus residents pay 0% personal tax on dividends and interest for up to 17 years. Combined with 15% corporate tax and possible NID, effective total tax can be extremely low while remaining fully EU-compliant.

Structure Your E-Commerce Business

Get the right legal foundation for your online business in Cyprus.