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2 November 2023

Why Is Cyprus The "Safe Harbor" For Israeli Citizens And Businesses?

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CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd

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CYAUSE Audit Services is an Audit & Assurance firm with offices in Cyprus and the UAE, regulated by the UK ICAEW, International ACCA, Cyprus ICPAC and UAE ADGM. Our firm has extensive knowledge and experience in relocation consultation, international tax planning solutions and licensing of investment firms, funds and insurance agents / brokers. Our routine day to day services include accounting, audit, tax and advisory services to international businesses interested in relocating or establishing presence to Cyprus. Our memberships with international networks ensure seamless collaboration with overseas experts and access to fast and accurate information on overseas tax and corporate legislations. Our partnerships: BKR International (a USA accounting association ranked number 10 in the world) ; ACCACE Circle (European Network) ; 3E Accounting International (Hong Kong Network)
Israel businesses and entities are no strange to Cyprus. Via the use of Cyprus companies Israel interest entities gain access to the European markets in an easy and effortless manner.
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Israel businesses and entities are no strange to Cyprus. Via the use of Cyprus companies Israel interest entities gain access to the European markets in an easy and effortless manner. This is because the creation of Cyprus Companies and Cyprus Bank accounts is a standardised simple process which has been tested for more than 2 decates.

This is why Israel has been traditionally a business ally to Cyprus. The close proximity between the two countries (30 minutes flight), shared business acumen, same Orthodox religion and off course the need to enter the European Markets makes perfect sense for the Israel businesses.

In fact, Cyprus has become one of the main technological hubs of the Mediterranean due to the Israel Investment Firms which have brought to the Republic advanced technological solutions, the necessary expertise and innovation required for them to operate. Had they not been investing in the Republic, bringing their resources and capital Cyprus would not have achieved its Financial Hub Status at least for regulated entities! We are referring offcourse to CIFs, Cyprus Investment Firms and Funds which are regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission called the CySEC.

Consequently, Cyprus is widely accepted within the Israeli community as a safe harbour and an entry point in the EU to this date counting almost 2 decades of active collaboration, company formation and group structures, shared resources and technology and most importantly relocation to the Republic of Cyprus; something that started early in 2000.

What is happening now?

Given the recent turmoil in the Middle East and the recent attacks on Israel by the Hamas, Israeli businesses are facing many dilemmas amongst others diversification of their operations, ringfencing of resources and safekeeping existing assets including cash at bank as well as exchange rate volatility (another main aspect to consider).

How can this be achieved?

With Cyprus structures of course and local (Cyprus) bank accounts.

Regarding Bank Accounts

The creation of a Cyprus company is just a vehicle which can be used by anyone. A Cyprus company may have as many bank accounts as it considers fit with any bank anywhere in the world. There is no real need to have a Cyprus bank if it is not required by the business.

Relevant Articles and Publications

Cyprus Structures and solutions to our Israel clients

Information needed to open Cyprus bank accounts

Information about Cyprus compliance matters

Article: Find the right jurisdiction for your business, matters to consider

About Us

CYAUSE Audit Services has extensive experience in the insurance industry has helped tens of insurance brokers and agents register and get licensed by the local Cyprus regulator granting them passporting access to the rest of the European Union.

CYAUSE Audit Services is an Audit & Assurance firm with offices in Cyprus and the UAE. During 2015 we have been awarded by I.C.P.A.C and the A.C.C.A (local and international association of Chartered Certified Accountants) for the Quality of our Audit Services and our Office's Procedures.

Being a Truly International Audit & Assurance firm, we have associates from all over the world and we are constantly looking for new associates to expand our network further. At present, CYAUSE Audit Services operates internationally through its membership with BKR International amongst the largest American associations in the world, Accace Circle, a co-created business community of like-minded BPO providers and advisors who deliver outstanding services with elevated customer experience. Our network covers almost 40 jurisdictions with over 2,000 professionals, it supports more than 10,000 customers, mostly mid-size and international Fortune 500 companies from various sectors, and processes at least 170,000 payslips globally.

CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd is also a member of BKR International one of the biggest US Accounting Associations of the word and the 3E Accounting Network, an international accounting network which originates from Hong Kong and has more than 80 members from all over the world.

Learn More about Cyprus Corporate Environment

Information about CYAUSE Audit Services and the Cyprus Corporate & Tax System can be obtained from our Website or our YouTube channel which provides valuable information about the Corporate & Tax Environment of Cyprus.

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