CySEC Licensing & Regulatory Compliance
Updated: April 19, 2025
At Ermina Papasolomou Co & LLC, we provide specialised legal and compliance advice for investors and financial institutions seeking authorisation under the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC).
Whether you are a start-up investment firm, a crypto asset service provider, or an established financial institution, we deliver practical, reliable, and results-driven guidance on all CySEC regulatory matters.
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⚖️ Our CySEC-Related Services
We assist clients with the authorisation, establishment, and compliance of:
• 💼 Cyprus Investment Firms (CIFs)
• 💱 Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASPs)
• 🏦 Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), UCITS, AIFMs
• 📑 Administrative Service Providers (ASPs)
We also provide:
• 📘 Legal advice on Cyprus investment and financial services laws
• 🏛 Guidance on Cyprus Banking Law
• 🛡 Advice on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) obligations
• 📂 Drafting AML manuals, compliance policies & documentation
• 👔 Administrative & managerial services through trusted affiliates
• 📊 Compliance monitoring & audit services with experienced partners
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🔹 What is a CySEC License?
A CySEC license is the official authorisation granted to a Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF) by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission.
To obtain this license, firms must meet strict regulatory requirements, including:
• A board of directors with at least two executive members
• Directors with proven integrity, expertise, and financial services experience
• A commitment to ongoing training and compliance development
• Minimum capital requirements (starting at €750,000)
📌 CIFs are restricted to the services specified in their license and are subject to ongoing CySEC supervision, including audits and regulatory reporting.
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🔹 What is a CySEC Certificate?
A CySEC certificate is issued after passing the official CySEC exams, which qualify individuals to act as certified professionals in the financial sector.
• 📝 Exams: Basic, Advanced, and AML Compliance Officer
• 🎯 Pass mark: 70%
• 📍 Location: Nicosia (twice weekly)
• ⏱ Duration: 60 minutes
• 💶 Fees: €200 (basic), €300 (advanced & AML)
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🔹 Is CySEC a Trusted Regulator?
Yes ✅ CySEC is recognised as one of the leading regulatory authorities in the EU.
• It operates in line with EU Directives & ESMA (European Securities and Markets Authority).
• Its main role is to ensure investor protection, market transparency, and compliance in financial services.
• According to international assessments, CySEC is considered a strict, credible, and reputable regulator in Europe.
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🌟 Why Work With Us?
• 🏛 Deep expertise in CySEC licensing & regulatory frameworks
• 📘 Full-service guidance (from application to compliance monitoring)
• 🌍 Trusted by international clients entering the Cyprus market
• 🛡 Tailored AML & compliance strategies for your business
• 🤝 Partnerships with financial, audit, and corporate service providers