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Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa
27
Mar2026

A Year of Growth & Recognition for Giorgos Landas LLC

Recognition is meaningful, but what matters most is what it represents.

In the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa, Giorgos Landas LLC has once again been recognized across key practice areas:

– Commercial, Corporate & M&A (Tier 5)
– Dispute Resolution (Tier 5)
– Real Estate & Construction (Firm to Watch)

But behind these rankings lies something more important.

Over the past year, our firm has continued to grow alongside our clients. Advising on complex transactions, resolving challenging disputes, and supporting strategic investments across Cyprus and beyond.

We have worked with entrepreneurs building the next stage of their businesses, with international investors entering the Cyprus market, and with organizations navigating an increasingly demanding legal and commercial environment.

This recognition reflects not only technical expertise, but the way we approach our work:
with clarity, responsiveness, and a strong commercial mindset.

It also reflects something we value deeply: long-term relationships built on trust.

To our clients: thank you for choosing us and growing with us.
To our team: this is the result of your consistency, professionalism, and commitment.

And to what comes next, we move forward with the same focus:

To deliver practical legal solutions, create real value, and continue building a firm that evolves with the market.

📞 T: 25 817779
📩 E: info@landaslaw.com

19
Sep2025

Property – Commercial Lawyer

Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Property-Commercial Lawyer to join our growing team in Limassol.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Contract Law, Property Law, Corporate Law

  • Negotiations/drafting/review of various agreements including contracts of sale, lease agreements, construction agreements, sale of shares agreements, shareholder agreements, investment agreements, employment agreements, services agreements, due diligence reports, etc.
  • Communication with governmental departments (tax department, land registry, municipal departments, etc.), execution of transactions and supervision of procedures.
  • Communication with financial institutions.
  • Drafting various corporate documents, POAs, affidavits, legal opinions, etc.

Immigration & Migration Law

  • Preparation and submission of applications including temporary residence, permanent residence, naturalization, etc.
  • Communication with governmental departments and monitoring the applications.

Qualifications & Skills

  • University Degree in Law.
  • LL.M (Master of Laws) will be considered an advantage.
  • Member of the Cyprus Bar Association.
  • Three years of experience in a law firm in Contracts/Property/Corporate/Immigration/Migration matters.
  • Excellent proficiency in MS Office.
  • Fluent in English and Greek (both oral and written).
  • Knowledge of the Russian language will be considered an advantage.
  • Understanding of confidentiality rules and non-disclosure policies.
  • Responsible, attentive to details, accurate, positive and supportive.
  • Excellent communication skills and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work and report under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines.
  • Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, ambitious and a team player.

Benefits

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate based on qualifications and experience.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV to s.nicolaou@landaslaw.com

19
Sep2025

Corporate Lawyer

Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Lawyer to join our growing team in Limassol.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Preparation and review of contracts, resolutions, power of attorneys, legal opinions and any other legal document related to department.
  • Handling, monitoring and dealing with all aspects of corporate transactions.
  • Ability to advise and issue opinions on corporate and commercial law as well as related fields of law and matters.
  • Up to date with all the changes in the laws and regulations in several jurisdictions.
  • Ensuring compliance with AML regulations.
  • Coordinating and performing regulatory filings, procedures, and legal opinions.
  • Evaluating and monitoring the compliance of our customers with all applicable regulatory and legislative provisions.
  • AML/Risk Assessment by using our software.
  • Providing advice and guidance to the employees of the firm regarding the AML regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

  • University Degree in Law.
  • LL.M (Master of Laws) will be considered an advantage.
  • Member of the Cyprus Bar Association.
  • Three years of experience in a Law Firm in Corporate/Compliance matters.
  • Excellent proficiency in MS Office.
  • Fluent in English and Greek (both oral and written).
  • Understanding of confidentiality rules and non-disclosure policies.
  • Responsible, attentive to details, accurate, positive and supportive.
  • Excellent communication skills and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work and report under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines.
  • Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, ambitious and a team player.

Benefits

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate based on qualifications and experience.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV to s.nicolaou@landaslaw.com

04
Sep2025

Gold Magazine – The Legal Issue

We’re delighted to be featured in the latest edition of Gold Magazine-The Legal Issue!

The article highlights our journey, our core values, and our commitment to providing trusted legal solutions in Cyprus and beyond.

You can read the full article here: https://www.magloft.com/app/goldmagazine#/reader/529493/1937101

09
Apr2025

ANNOUNCEMENT DIGITAL NOMAD VISA

The Migration Department has opened the application process for residence permits under the “Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa” scheme. The maximum number of permits that can be granted remains at 500.

The “Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa” scheme allows nationals from non-EU and non-EEA countries, who can work remotely using telecommunications technology, to reside temporarily in the Republic of Cyprus and work for an employer registered abroad or provide services remotely for companies or clients located outside the Republic of Cyprus.

The scheme aims to strengthen Cyprus as a center for the provision of electronic services, where, combined with other advantages offered by Cyprus, the attraction of digital nomads will contribute to the development of the business ecosystem and consequently, to the economic development of the country. The introduction of the “Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa” is part of the Strategy for Attracting Businesses for Activities and/or Expansion of their Activities in the Republic of Cyprus.

For more information and legal advice on the application process, required qualifications, criteria, and supporting documents for the Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa and/or any other residence permits, you can contact our law firm. Our specialized lawyers are experts in both permanent and temporary residence permits.

Areas of Practice

1) Naturalization (Based on the years of Residence in the Republic of Cyprus Due to Cypriot origin, Due to Marriage/Civil Union with a Cypriot Citizen)

2) Permanent Residence Permit (Regulation 6.2, Fast Track procedure, Category F)

3) Entry Permit and Residence Permit for employees of Foreign Interest Companies and their family members

4) Temporary Residence Permit/Visitors

5) Residence Permit of European Citizens and their family members

6) Certificate of Permanent Residence

7) Residence Permit of Spouses and family members of a European Citizen

8) Residence Permit of Spouses and family members of a Cypriot Citizen

9) Entry and Residence Permit for Domestic Workers

10) Nomads Visa in Cyprus

11) Golden Visa in Greece

26
Mar2025

Giorgos Landas LLC Recognized in The Legal 500 EMEA 2025 for Excellence in Three Practice Areas

It is with great pleasure that we announce the recognition of Giorgos Landas LLC in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa for our outstanding performance in three key practice areas:

1. Commercial, Corporate, and M&A (Tier 5): Our firm boasts a robust track record in representing software companies, startups and joint ventures as well as construction and development groups in Cyprus on corporate and commercial matters. We are also noted for our strength in assisting high-net-worth individuals, major financial institutions, and commercial banks. The firm has been involved in several major mergers and acquisitions both nationally and at cross-border level with successful consultations. Clients have praised our proactive approach, dedication to solving issues, and attention to detail to get the transactions over the line.

2. Dispute Resolution (Tier 5): Our dispute resolution team offers bespoke services to a diverse clientele, encompassing public and private companies, multinational corporations, banks, financial institutions, entrepreneurs, and individual clients both domestically and internationally. We are adept at handling litigation and mediation, with recognized strength in advising on family law matters, personal injury claims, and debt collection/security enforcement cases. We have a proven track record of resolving deadlocks and settling disputes of various natures and characteristics. Clients have highlighted our innovative practical approach, high level of responsiveness, and outstanding problem-solving abilities.

3. Real Estate and Construction (Firms to Watch): We are honored to be recognized as a firm to watch in the Real Estate and Construction sector. Our firm has excelled in this area for years and is renowned among industry leaders and legal practitioners specializing in the immovable property sector of Cyprus. This acknowledgment reflects our growing expertise and commitment to providing exceptional legal services in this field.​

These accolades are a testament to our unwavering commitment to legal excellence, client satisfaction, and innovation in the legal industry. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients for their trust and confidence in our services and commend our dedicated team members for their hard work, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Together, we look forward to building on this success and continuing to exceed the expectations of our clients in the years to come.

We will continue to provide top-tier legal services with dedication and excellence.

For any legal assistance, we remain at your disposal by contacting us at T. 25817779 or email: info@landaslaw.com

17
Dec2024

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THE FRAMEWORK FOR IMPLEMENTING THE REGISTER OF BENEFICIAL OWNERS

The Department of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property (DRCIP) informs that on 06/12/2024, the Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering (Amendment) (No.2) Law of 2024, Law No. 141(I)/2024, was published, and the main amendments are analyzed below:

  1. Fines will only be imposed on companies or other legal entities that refuse, fail, or neglect to fulfill their obligations to submit information about the ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) as required by the provisions of Law 188(I)/2007 and its related Regulations.
    • Fines will no longer be imposed on every director and secretary individually.
    • However, a company director or managing director who refuses, fails, or neglects to fulfill the obligations regarding the submission of information on UBOs will be jointly and/or severally liable with the company for the payment of the fine imposed on the company.
  1. Fines have been revised as follows:
    • €100 for the first day of non-compliance.
    • €50 for each additional day of non-compliance.
    • Maximum total fine: €5,000 per company or other legal entity.
  1. Introduction of new provisions granting the following powers to the Registrar of Companies:
    • To issue Regulations (Administrative Decision – AD) establishing the procedure for administrative review and/or submission and review of appeals against decisions imposing fines.
    • To strike off a company or other legal entity from the business registry for refusing, failing, or neglecting to update the UBO information, following the procedures set out in Article 327 of the Companies Law or subsection (5) of Article 57 of the Partnerships and Trade Names Law.
    • To request a court order compelling any person to comply with the obligations set out in Article 61A of Law 188(I)/2007 and its related Regulations.
  1. Extension and Withdrawal of Fines:
    Taking into account the high fines, the size of companies in Cyprus (which are mostly Small and Medium Business), the high compliance rates achieved, and the compensatory measures included in the aforementioned amendment, the executive authority, in consultation with the House of Representatives, decided to grant an extension for the submission of UBO information for all Companies and Other Legal Entities until 31 January 2025.
    • To implement this decision, the Registrar of Companies issued Amendment Regulation AD423/2024 on 16/12/2024.
    • The same Regulation also extends the deadline for completing the verification of information for the year 2024 until 31 March 2025.
    • As of 1 February 2025, non-compliance with UBO information submission will result in the imposition of administrative and other penalties, as provided in Law 188(I)/2007, as amended and enacted on 16/12/2024, and Regulation AD112/21, as amended and in force.
  1. Withdrawal and Refund of Fines Imposed Since 01/04/2024:
    • Fines imposed since 01/04/2024 are withdrawn, and payments already made will be refunded as follows:
    • For online payments made via JCC, the amount will be refunded directly to the card used, without further action required by the affected party.
    • For payments made at the Registrar’s Office, the amount will be refunded to the applicant’s bank account upon submission of Form KE1, accompanied by the authorization form for payments via FIMAS, a copy of the payment receipt, and the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) to be credited, as outlined in the Authorization Form.
  1. Electronic UBO Register:
    • The UBO Register is electronic, and updates must be made exclusively via the online portal: https://ubo.meci.gov.cy.

For any questions or further information, interested parties may contact the following email address: info@landaslaw.com

17
Dec2024

ΣΗΜΑΝΤΙΚΗ ΑΝΑΚΟΙΝΩΣΗ – ΣΗΜΑΝΤΙΚΕΣ ΑΛΛΑΓΕΣ ΣΤΟ ΠΛΑΙΣΙΟ ΕΦΑΡΜΟΓΗΣ ΤΟΥ ΜΗΤΡΩΟΥ ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΙΚΩΝ ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥΧΩΝ

Το Τμήμα Εφόρου Εταιρειών και Διανοητικής Ιδιοκτησίας (ΤΕΕΔΙ) ανακοίνωσε την ψήφιση του Νόμου 141(Ι)/2024, ο οποίος τροποποιεί τη νομοθεσία σχετικά με την καταπολέμηση της νομιμοποίησης εσόδων από παράνομες δραστηριότητες. Οι σημαντικότερες αλλαγές είναι:

1. Χρηματικές Επιβαρύνσεις και Ευθύνες:

  • Οι χρηματικές επιβαρύνσεις θα επιβάλλονται αποκλειστικά στις εταιρείες ή νομικές οντότητες που δεν συμμορφώνονται με την υποχρέωση υποβολής στοιχείων των πραγματικών δικαιούχων. Δεν επιβάλλονται επιβαρύνσεις σε διευθυντές ή γραμματείς.
  • Οι διευθυντές παραμένουν αλληλέγγυα και ξεχωριστά υπεύθυνοι για την πληρωμή της χρηματικής επιβάρυνσης που επιβάλλεται στην εταιρεία.

2. Αναθεώρηση Χρηματικών Επιβαρύνσεων:

  • Ημέρα Παράβασης: €100 την πρώτη ημέρα.
  • Καθημερινή Συνέχιση Παράβασης: €50 ημερησίως.
  • Ανώτατο Όριο: €5,000 ανά εταιρεία.

3. Νέες Εξουσίες της Εφόρου Εταιρειών:

  • Έκδοση Οδηγίας για διοικητική επανεξέταση και ένσταση κατά αποφάσεων επιβολής επιβαρύνσεων.
  • Διαγραφή εταιρειών που δεν υποβάλλουν στοιχεία για πραγματικούς δικαιούχους, ανάλογα με τη διαδικασία του άρθρου 327 του περί Εταιρειών Νόμου.
  • Υποβολή αιτήματος στο Δικαστήριο για προστακτικό διάταγμα συμμόρφωσης.

4. Παρατάσεις Υποβολής Στοιχείων:

  • Νέα καταληκτική ημερομηνία υποβολής στοιχείων: 31 Ιανουαρίου 2025.
  • Παράταση επιβεβαίωσης στοιχείων έτους 2024: 31 Μαρτίου 2025.

5. Ανάκληση και Επιστροφή Επιβαρύνσεων:

Οι χρηματικές επιβαρύνσεις που επιβλήθηκαν από 01/04/2024 ανακαλούνται και τα σχετικά ποσά επιστρέφονται ως εξής:

  • Διαδικτυακές Πληρωμές μέσω JCC: Αυτόματη επιστροφή στην κάρτα.
  • Πληρωμές στο Ταμείο του ΤΕΕΔΙ: Επιστροφή στον τραπεζικό λογαριασμό του αιτητή με την υποβολή του εντύπου ΚΕ1 και άλλων απαραίτητων εγγράφων.

6. Ηλεκτρονική Υποβολή:

Η ενημέρωση του Μητρώου Πραγματικών Δικαιούχων πραγματοποιείται αποκλειστικά μέσω του συνδέσμου:
https://ubo.meci.gov.cy

Ερωτήσεις:

Για περαιτέρω πληροφορίες, μπορείτε να επικοινωνήσετε μέσω email: info@landaslaw.com

02
Oct2024

Cyprus Arbitration & Mediation Forum (CAMF)

Our law firm attended ‘The Cyprus Arbitration & Mediation Forum (CAMF)’, held on September 23, 2024, at the Cyprus Hilton, Nicosia, through our lawyer Kyriaki Dimitriou. The Forum brought together leading legal professionals, policymakers, and business representatives to discuss the evolving landscape of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The event commenced with keynote addresses by distinguished figures, including officials from the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, the Cyprus Bar Association, and other key stakeholders. The forum’s sessions covered a broad spectrum of topics, beginning with a comprehensive overview of the international ADR experience, followed by an in-depth analysis of Cyprus’ arbitration and mediation frameworks. Throughout the day, expert panels discussed the legal benefits, reforms, and future developments within the ADR sphere, with case studies providing practical insights. The forum concluded with forward-looking discussions on ADR’s role in the future of dispute resolution, highlighting its increasing importance in both domestic and international contexts. A networking reception followed, fostering collaboration and dialogue among the attendees.

This event underscored Cyprus’ strategic position as a hub for ADR in the Eastern Mediterranean, showcasing the country’s commitment to advancing arbitration and mediation practices. The exchange of ideas between esteemed local and international experts emphasized the need for ongoing reforms and modernization to align Cyprus’ legal framework with global best practices. By facilitating this dialogue, CAMF provided valuable opportunities for participants to engage with cutting-edge developments in ADR, solidifying Cyprus’ role as a key player in the international dispute resolution arena. 

27
Sep2024

ΕΤΗΣΙΑ ΕΠΙΒΕΒΑΙΩΣΗ ΣΤΟΙΧΕΙΩΝ ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΙΚΩΝ ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥΧΩΝ (ΠΔ) ΣΤΟ ΣΥΣΤΗΜΑ ΤΟΥ ΜΗΤΡΩΟΥ ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΙΚΩΝ ΔΙΚΑΙΟΥΧΩΝ (ΜΠΔ)

ΠΡΟΣΟΧΗ: Η επιβεβαίωση των στοιχείων των ΠΔ στο ΜΠΔ είναι υποχρεωτική ακόμα και στην περίπτωση που τα στοιχεία των Π.Δ. έχουν καταχωρηθεί κατά την διάρκεια του τρέχοντος έτους (2024). Παρακαλώ όπως επικοινωνήσετε άμεσα με τον Νομικό Συμβουλο ή/και Ελεγκτή ή/και Λογιστή του εκάστοτε Νομικού Προσώπου και όπως διευθετήσετε την εν λόγω ενέργεια της επιβεβαίωσης των στοιχείων των ΠΔ στο ΜΠΔ προς αποφυγή σχετικών επιπτώσεων.

Το Τμήμα Εφόρου Εταιρειών και Διανοητικής Ιδιοκτησίας (ΤΕΕΔΙ) ενημερώνει όλες τις εταιρείες που έχουν ιδρυθεί ή εγγραφεί σύμφωνα με τον περί Εταιρειών Νόμο, Κεφ. 113, τις Ευρωπαϊκές Δημόσιες Εταιρείες Περιορισμένης Ευθύνης (SE), καθώς και τους Συνεταιρισμούς (εφεξής Οργανισμοί), καθώς και τους αξιωματούχους/συνεταίρους τους, ότι από την 1η Οκτωβρίου 2024 έως και την 31η Δεκεμβρίου 2024 θα πρέπει να εισέλθουν στο σύστημα του ΜΠΔ και να επιβεβαιώσουν τα στοιχεία των ΠΔ, των ανώτατων διοικητικών στελεχών ή της δέουσας επιμέλειας (ό,τι ισχύει ανά περίπτωση).

Σε περίπτωση που η επιβεβαίωση στοιχείων δεν πραγματοποιηθεί έως τις 31 Δεκεμβρίου 2024, ανεξάρτητα από την πιθανή ποινική ευθύνη ή δίωξη οποιουδήποτε προσώπου, η εταιρεία και κάθε αξιωματούχος/συνέταιρος θα επιβαρύνονται με πρόστιμο 200 ευρώ (€200) την πρώτη ημέρα καθυστέρησης και επιπλέον 100 ευρώ (€100) για κάθε επόμενη ημέρα, με ανώτατο όριο τις 20.000 ευρώ (€20.000).

Για οδηγίες σχετικά με τη διαδικασία επιβεβαίωσης, μπορείτε να ανατρέξετε στον ηλεκτρονικό σύνδεσμο που παρέχεται: : https://www.companies.gov.cy/gr/βάση-πληροφοριών/συνήθεις-ερωτήσεις-πραγματικοί-δικαιούχοι/επιβεβαίωση-στοιχείων-στο-μητρώο-πραγματικών-δικαιούχων

Εάν κατά την περίοδο από 1/10 έως 31/12 του τρέχοντος έτους γίνει νέα καταχώριση ή αλλαγή των στοιχείων ΠΔ ή των ανώτατων διοικητικών στελεχών ή της δέουσας επιμέλειας της εταιρείας, θα πρέπει να πραγματοποιηθεί αρχικά η καταχώρηση ή η αλλαγή και αμέσως μετά η επιβεβαίωση. Η επιβεβαίωση θα πρέπει να γίνει μία φορά μέσα στο συγκεκριμένο χρονικό διάστημα και δεν χρειάζεται να επαναληφθεί, εκτός εάν υπάρξουν μεταγενέστερες αλλαγές.

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ANNUAL CONFIRMATION OF BENEFICIAL OWNERS (UBO) DETAILS IN THE BO REGISTRY SYSTEM (BO System)

ATTENTION: The confirmation of the details of the UBOs in the BO System is mandatory even in the case that the details of the UBOs. have been submitted during the current year (2024). Please contact immediately the Legal Counsel and/or Auditor and/or Accountant of the respective Legal Entity and arrange the aforementioned action of confirming the details of the UBOs in the BO System in order to avoid relevant consequences.

The Department of the Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property informs that all companies that have been established or registered in accordance with the Companies Law, Chapter 113, European Public Limited Liability Companies (SE), as well as Partnerships (hereinafter Organizations), as well and their officers/partners, that from 1st  of October 2024 to 31st December 2024 they should enter the BO system and confirm the details of the UBOs, management official or due diligence (as applicable).

In the event that the confirmation of information is not finalized by 31st December 2024, regardless of the possible criminal liability or prosecution of any person, the company and each officer/partner will be fined 200 euro (€200) on the first day of delay and an additional 100 euro (€100) for each subsequent day, with a maximum of 20,000 euro (€20,000).

For instructions on the confirmation process, you can refer to the online link provided: https://www.companies.gov.cy/gr/βάση-πληροφοριών/συνήθεις-ερωτήσεις-πραγματικοί-δικαιούχοι/επιβεβαίωση-στοιχείων-στο-μητρώο-πραγματικών-δικαιούχων.

If during the period from 1/10 to 31/12 of the current year there is a new registration or change of the UBO details or management officials or due diligence of the company, the registration or change should be done first and immediately after to proceed with the confirmation. Confirmation should be done once within the specified time period and will not have to be repeated during the current year unless there are subsequent changes.

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