July 2025

20 Jul Cyprus Advances Toward Full Schengen Entry

Posted at 20:20h in News by Admin

Cyprus is on track to become a full member of the Schengen Area by 2026. Here's what this means from a legal and practical standpoint, and why it matters for businesses, travellers, and professionals. Overview Cyprus joined the EU in 2004 with a binding commitment, under its...

20 Jul EU Introduces Blue Card Mobility Scheme for High-Skilled Workers

Posted at 20:08h in News by Admin

Overview As of 7 July 2025, Cyprus officially accepts applications for the EU Blue Card, a residence and employment permit designed to attract high-skilled professionals from non-EU countries. The scheme enhances intra-EU mobility and streamlines access to the European labour market. What the Blue Card Offers Flexible Mobility Short-term:...

18 Jul Mandatory Mediation for Civil Disputes in Cyprus

Posted at 14:13h in Publications by Admin

On January 3, 2025, the Cyprus Council of Ministers approved an amendment to the Law on Mediation in Civil and Commercial Matters (Law 159(I)/2012), mandating mediation for civil, commercial, and financial disputes involving sums up to €10,000 before any party can file a lawsuit. The...