How to Use the Companies Registry CY
If you need reliable company information for compliance, due diligence, or verification purposes, the Cyprus Companies Registry provides a practical way to access official corporate data in a clear and readable format.
This guide explains how the Cyprus Companies Registry works, what information you can search for, how reports are collected from the official government source, and what to expect when ordering a company report.
What Is the Cyprus Companies Registry?
Cyprus Companies Registry (https://companiesregistry.cy/) is an online platform that allows users to search for Cyprus-registered entities and purchase structured company reports.
The official data source is the Cyprus government portal operated by the Department of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property.
Cyprus Companies Registry does not create or alter company data. Instead, it:
- Searches the official government register
- Collects available filings and records
- Structures the information into a clear, readable report
- Delivers it efficiently to the client
This approach saves users time and avoids the complexity of navigating the government portal directly.
What You Can Search For
Using Cyprus Companies Registry, you can search across a wide range of entity types and statuses registered in Cyprus.
These include:
- Active companies
- Dissolved companies
- Private limited companies
- Public companies
- Overseas companies
- Partnerships
- Trade names
- Other registered entities
This broad coverage makes the platform suitable for both current and historical company checks.
Who Is This Service For?
Cyprus Companies Registry is designed for anyone who needs dependable company information for professional or personal reasons.
Typical use cases include:
- Checks on your own company
- Due diligence on a company you plan to invest in
- KYC / AML checks when onboarding clients or partners
- Background checks on competitors
- Tracing companies that owe money
Common users include:
- Banks and credit institutions
- Lawyers and law firms
- Corporate service providers
- Companies and entrepreneurs
- Individual investors and creditors
How to Use the Cyprus Companies Registry Search
1. Search for a Company
You can start from either the homepage or the dedicated search page on Cyprus Companies Registry.
Companies can be searched by:
- Company name
- Officer name (director or secretary)
Once the search results appear, you simply select the correct company from the list.
2. Purchase a Company Report
After selecting the company, you can purchase a report directly online.
Once the order is placed:
- The search is carried out on the official government register
- All available data and documents are collected
- The information is reviewed and structured
Delivery time
- Reports are usually delivered within 6 hours
- In some cases, delivery may take up to 48 hours, for example:
Temporary issues with the government portal
Heavy workload or high demand
What Information Is Included in a Report?
Each report reflects what is officially available in the Cyprus register at the time of the search.
Depending on availability, a report may include:
- Company status (active, dissolved, struck off)
- Declared main business activities
- Current and past directors
- Current and past secretaries
- Current and past shareholders
- Shareholding percentages
Where available, supporting documents may also be included, such as:
- Certificates of incorporation, Registered office, Directors & Secretaries and Shareholders
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Translations
- HE32 forms
- Charges and mortgages
- Financial statements
Understanding Data Availability and Limitations
Cyprus Companies Registry is thorough in its searches, but the reports can only reflect what exists in the official register.
There are cases where information may be partial or missing, including:
- Older companies whose documents were never scanned
- Dissolved companies closed before digital records were introduced
- Companies that failed to submit required filings
- Missing financial statements due to non-compliance
In rare cases, documents may not be available at all. When this happens, the report clearly reflects the absence of data rather than omitting it silently.
Language of Reports and Documents
All reports are delivered in English.
However, some underlying official documents may be in Greek, such as:
- Certificates
- Government forms
- Financial statements
In many cases, English versions are available, but Greek-language documents can occasionally appear due to how filings were originally submitted.
Why Use Cyprus Companies Registry?
Using Cyprus Companies Registry allows you to:
- Receive structured, readable reports
- Save time on compliance and due diligence work
- Rely on official government data
- Work with a service focused on accuracy and clarity
The goal is to provide a high-quality, dependable service for professionals who need trusted company information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Cyprus Companies Registry an official government website?
No. It is a private platform that collects data from the official government source operated by the Department of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property.
How long does it take to receive a report?
Most reports are delivered within 6 hours. In some cases, delivery may take up to 48 hours.
Is all company information always available?
No. Availability depends on what has been filed and scanned by the registrar. Older or non-compliant companies may have missing data.
Are reports suitable for KYC and AML checks?
Yes. The reports are commonly used for compliance, KYC, AML, and due diligence purposes however they do not replace collecting direct information from the clients in themselves.
Are reports provided in English?
Yes. Reports are delivered in English, although some attached official documents may be in Greek.
If you are ready to search for a company, visit our Search Page to find the entity you’re looking for and order an officially sourced report.