Fund Types & Set Up

Cyprus became one of the most cost-effective and advantageous jurisdictions for the establishment of AIFs and RAIFs, offering great opportunities for fund managers to structure and grow their business in Europe and beyond.

Preparation and Promotion of the Fund License Application*

Our Group and affiliated firms employ a versatile team of professionals in Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, etc., that possess deep knowhow and extended experience in the provision of support to AIF & RAIF. Our team stands ready to assist with any matter towards obtaining an investment fund license and/or the setup and maintenance of its operation.

This team can assist with following amongst others:

  • Fund structure analysis and review: examining and providing advice on the various fund structures your scheme can take based on your specific requirements
  • Incorporation of the Legal Entity that will apply for the licence: drafting the Memorandum & Articles of Association and undertaking the registration of a private company with the Cyprus Registrar of Companies in collaboration with a partner law firm
  • Preliminary operational requirements: assisting with locating qualified directors and/or suitable counterparties for the opening of accounts according to your needs as well as assistance in structuring the company’s organizational chart based on your specific needs
  • Collection of personal documentation: providing guidance towards the collection of all the necessary personal documentation and certificates to be submitted as part of your license application
  • License application file: assisting with the preparation of all the documents that form part of the application package, including the drafting of all necessary manuals and any Prospectus/Information Memorandum in accordance with the requirements of the law and the completion and/or review of the application form(s) and questionnaires, as well as any relevant checklists and other information to be submitted as part of your license application, and
  • Act as promoters to your application throughout its evaluation process: responding on your behalf to the queries of the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission during the evaluation of your application until authorisation.

*This service is provided by an associate.

Appointed AIFM & Other Services