Enforcement Foreign Judgment in Cyprus

Enforcing a foreign court judgment in Cyprus is necessary for individuals or entities who have obtained legal judgments outside of Cyprus and need to have them recognised and executed within the Cypriot jurisdiction. Therefore, this service is particularly useful for:

• Individuals or businesses with a legally binding foreign judgment seeking enforcement in Cyprus.
• Parties interested in the transnational enforcement of judgments for civil, commercial, or other legal matters.

• This process to enforce foreign judgments will depend on whether the court judgment originated in a Member State of the European Union or not. 
• If the court judgment to be enforced originated in another State of the European Union, a simplified system of enforcement is available under EC Regulation No. 1215/2012. Otherwise, the party wishing to enforce the judgment, must rely on the process known as exequatur.
• The foreign judgment must be final and conclusive in its origin country.
• It should not contradict any existing Cypriot law or public policy.
• Compliance with specific treaties or EU regulations, if applicable.

1. Initial Assessment: Evaluation of the foreign judgment's eligibility for recognition and enforcement in Cyprus.
2. Legal Documentation: Preparation of necessary documents for filing a recognition and enforcement request.
3. Filing with Competent Authorities: Submitting the request to the appropriate Cypriot court or authority.
4. Representation: Acting on your behalf throughout the legal proceedings in Cyprus.

• Expertise in Cypriot and International Law: In-depth knowledge of the relevant legal frameworks, including the New York Convention of 1958 and EU Regulation 1215/2012.
• Efficient and Tailored Legal Solutions: Customised approach to each case, ensuring swift and effective enforcement.
• Comprehensive Support: From the evaluation of your case to the actual enforcement of the judgment in Cyprus.

• Adherence to International Treaties: Cyprus follows the New York Convention for the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards and has specific laws like the Law 121(I)/2000 concerning the recognition and enforcement of foreign court decisions​​.
• EU Regulations Compliance: For judgments originating from EU countries, Cyprus applies EU Regulation 1215/2012, ensuring streamlined recognition and enforcement within EU member states​​.
• Bilateral Agreements: Cyprus has agreements with certain countries, such as the former USSR, allowing for the mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments, enhancing the legal cooperation between these nations