Unfortunately individuals cannot enter in this kind of work as this is strongly controlled and monitored by the municipalities and the Ministry of Interior.
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Do I need a special license to run a cemetery business if I obtain Cypriot citizenship through the CBI program?
I run several cemetery businesses in China and I have abundant experiences in the operation of such businesses. I want to purchase a piece of land in Cyprus to build a modern cemetery. I have a complete business plan for it. I also want to use such investment to apply for Cypriot citizenship. However, I know the funeral industry can be sensitive and different countries might have different regulations on it. Do I need any special license to run a cemetery as a Cypriot CBI applicant?
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In order to provide guidance and legal advice, you would need to explain in detail the services that your cemetery business wishes to provide to clients. It is noted that a license is required for certain services, i.e., funeral services.
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No special license is required for the establishment of a cemetery business in Cyprus, provided that your business is established in accordance with the laws of Cyprus. Moreover, please note that your investment in a Cyprus business must be made to an already established company which has been in business for at least five years and employs at least five employees.
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A cemetery business in Cyprus is governed by the Cemeteries (Burial and Exhalement) Law of 2004 (257 (I) / 2004). Under the current legislation this business is solely governed by the local authorities (Article 3). However, under Article 15A, a third person might be able to buy a part or a whole licensed cemetery. In order to do that one must be available for sale. In any case, any business related to a cemetery is very sensitive and should be treated in this way.
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