Company & Banking Readiness Checklist
Cyprus Gateway Partners (CGP) • Confidential —
A unified readiness checklist covering company formation and banking onboarding in Cyprus — intended for founders and investors preparing for incorporation, compliance, and account opening with local banks or EMIs.
1️⃣ Company Setup Readiness
Proposed company name and activity, shareholder and UBO structure, directors, registered address, business scope, and target timeline.
2️⃣ Legal & Incorporation Documents
Certified passports, proof of address (≤3 months), CVs or LinkedIn profiles, share distribution, group chart, and draft Memorandum & Articles.
3️⃣ UBO Supporting Proofs
Source of Wealth (SoW) and Source of Funds (SoF) — audited accounts, property sale, dividends, or savings — plus apostilled IDs and tax residency proof.
4️⃣ Address & Office Readiness
Proof of registered address (CSP or lease), utility setup, and optional coworking or virtual office agreements.
5️⃣ Accounting & VAT Setup
Engagement with accountant, VAT registration, tax ID (TIC), and confirmation of bookkeeping and reporting methods.
6️⃣ Banking / EMI Onboarding
Certificate of Incorporation, Directors, Shareholders, M&A, Tax/VAT certificates, Good Standing, and account purpose (operational / investment).
7️⃣ Financial & Business Overview
Activity description, key counterparties, transaction volume, expected turnover, and business model outline.
8️⃣ Compliance & KYC
AML questionnaire, CRS/FATCA forms, UBO declaration, PEP/sanctions screening, and internal compliance contact.
9️⃣ Introducer Documentation
Introducer form (CSP/lawyer), due diligence pack, engagement letter, and NDA/confidentiality document.
Note: Each bank and EMI applies individual onboarding criteria. Requirements may vary by jurisdiction, sector (e.g. fintech, FX, holding), and UBO risk profile. Preparing a complete documentation pack in advance ensures faster reviews and smoother approvals.