
Financial Services Licensing

At George Liasides LLC, we provide end-to-end legal and regulatory support for financial institutions seeking to obtain a license in Cyprus. As an EU member state with a robust and business-friendly regulatory environment, Cyprus offers an attractive jurisdiction for firms involved in investment services, forex, asset management, payment services, and fintech.
We guide our clients through the entire licensing process with the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) or the Central Bank of Cyprus, depending on the business model. From choosing the appropriate license type to preparing regulatory submissions, drafting internal policies, and setting up the required corporate structure and substance, our team ensures a smooth and compliant path to market entry.
• Licensing of Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP).
• Drafting and submission for registration of Investment Funds (AIF’s, AIFLNP’s, RAIF’s) and UCITS funds to CySEC.
• Licensing of Cyprus Investment Firms (CIF’s).
• Ongoing compliance support and advisory.