Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Cyprus — Key Insights for 2026
We are delighted to share that our office advocates, Katerina Constantinou and Georgia Michael, have authored the Cyprus chapter of the ICLG – Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Laws and Regulations 2026.
The chapter offers a clear and practical guide to enforcing foreign judgments in Cyprus, covering the general enforcement framework, specific regimes for judgments from different jurisdictions, and the available methods of enforcement. It provides valuable insights for businesses, creditors, and legal practitioners navigating cross‑border disputes, highlighting Cyprus as a reliable and efficient jurisdiction for the recognition and execution of foreign court decisions.
Cyprus provides a clear and reliable framework for the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments, combining EU regulations, treaties, domestic law, and common law principles.
EU Judgments: Streamlined recognition and enforcement under Brussels Recast Regulation.
Treaties & Conventions: Hague Convention and bilateral agreements enable reciprocal enforcement with select jurisdictions.
Domestic & Common Law: Non-EU/non-treaty judgments are recognized and enforced via registration or fresh proceedings in Cypriot courts.
To enforce a judgment in Cyprus, it must be final, issued by a competent court, follow due process, and respect local public policy. Creditors can then pursue remedies like asset attachment, garnishee orders, or insolvency measures.
Challenges are limited to issues such as fraud, lack of jurisdiction, or conflicts with Cypriot public policy. Ongoing adoption of international conventions and digital court procedures is improving efficiency, making Cyprus a dependable jurisdiction for cross-border enforcement.
Read the full chapter on the ICLG website: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Laws and Regulations Report 2026 Cyprus
- 17 March 202613 March 202625 February 2026