
Vladyslav Drapii is a Partner at Legarithm. He advises international founders and companies on company formation, licensing (gaming, crypto and EMI), banking and payments, and cross-border tax structuring across multiple jurisdictions.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Law with a specialization in European Law (2019) and a Master’s degree in European Business Law (2020) from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, where he also qualified as an English-language translation specialist. His expertise covers EU business and economic law, regulatory compliance, and the practical aspects of structuring and licensing businesses in regulated markets.
Author's Publications
Cyprus 15% vs Bulgaria 10%: Which Low-Tax EU Company Actually Costs Less?
Vladyslav Drapii
July 21, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
Estonia vs Bulgaria vs Cyprus: Where to Register Your EU Company in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
July 20, 2026
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7 min read
Cyprus
The 5 Cheapest EU Countries to Register a Company in 2026 (Real Costs)
Vladyslav Drapii
July 18, 2026
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7 min read
EU
7 Things to Check Before You Register an EU Company in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
July 17, 2026
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7 min read
EU
The “0% Tax Estonia” Myth: What an Estonian OÜ Really Costs When You Take Profit Out
Vladyslav Drapii
July 16, 2026
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7 min read
Estonia
Nominee Directors Do Not Hide You: The Offshore Privacy Myth That Is Costing Businesses in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
July 15, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
Why Multi-Layer Corporate Structures Have Become an AML Liability — How to Structure Correctly in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
July 14, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
BVI vs Cayman Islands in 2026: UBO Rules, Register Access, and Substance — A Practical Comparison
Vladyslav Drapii
July 10, 2026
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6 min read
Article
6 Corporate Structure Red Flags That Trigger Enhanced Due Diligence in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
July 8, 2026
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6 min read
Listicle
UBO Registration in 2026: What Every Business Owner Must Know About Cyprus, UAE, and BVI
Vladyslav Drapii
July 7, 2026
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6 min read
UAE
KUNAISA Gaming License 2026: Panama’s New iGaming Jurisdiction Explained
Vladyslav Drapii
July 6, 2026
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7 min read
Article
UAE Free Zone Comparison 2026: IFZA vs RAKEZ vs SHAMS vs Meydan
Vladyslav Drapii
July 6, 2026
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3 min read
UAE
UAE Free Zone 0% Tax 2026: Who Qualifies (QFZP) and the 30 Sep Deadline
Vladyslav Drapii
July 5, 2026
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3 min read
UAE
Tobique Gaming Licence in 2026: The Low-Cost Offshore Alternative
Vladyslav Drapii
July 4, 2026
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3 min read
Tobique
Curaçao 2026: LOK Reform, CGA Turmoil and What Operators Should Do
Vladyslav Drapii
July 4, 2026
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3 min read
Curaçao
Brazil Online Gambling Licence in 2026: Cost, Rules and Who It Is For
Vladyslav Drapii
July 3, 2026
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3 min read
Article
Anjouan Gaming License in 2026: Guide (Cost, Process, Legitimacy)
Vladyslav Drapii
July 2, 2026
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12 min read
Anjouan
Anjouan Crypto License 2026: What It Covers for Crypto Casinos – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
July 1, 2026
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5 min read
Anjouan

Cyprus Tax Residency vs Non-Dom 2026: Which Status to Choose – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 30, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
UAE Economic Substance (ESR) 2026: Filing Requirements & Deadlines
Vladyslav Drapii
June 29, 2026
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7 min read
UAE
MiCA Crypto (CASP) License 2026: Which EU Country Should You Choose?
Vladyslav Drapii
June 27, 2026
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3 min read
EU

Cyprus Crypto License 2026: CASP Registration Under MiCA
Vladyslav Drapii
June 26, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
UAE Freelance Permit vs LLC 2026: Which Fits Solo Founders
Vladyslav Drapii
June 25, 2026
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5 min read
UAE
RAKEZ Visa Quotas & Setup Costs 2026: Full Breakdown – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 24, 2026
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6 min read
UAE
Cyprus Corporate Bank Account 2026: Banks That Accept Non-Residents
Vladyslav Drapii
June 23, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
IFZA License Types Explained: Trading, Service, Industrial 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 22, 2026
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7 min read
UAE
Anjouan Gaming Licence Requirements in 2026: The Complete Checklist
Vladyslav Drapii
June 20, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Cyprus VAT Registration for Non-EU Companies: 2026 Step-by-Step – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 19, 2026
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6 min read
Cyprus
UAE 9% Corporate Tax 2026: What Foreign-Owned Companies Pay – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 18, 2026
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7 min read
UAE
Cyprus Accounting Requirements 2026: What Foreign Companies Must File – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 17, 2026
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7 min read
Cyprus
Game Provider Certifications: What a B2B iGaming Studio Actually Needs
Vladyslav Drapii
June 17, 2026
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5 min read
Article
Cyprus Company Formation Cost: What to Budget in 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 16, 2026
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6 min read
Company Formation
UAE Free Zone vs Mainland: Which Is Right for Your Business in 2026? – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 15, 2026
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7 min read
UAE
Dubai Free Zone Setup Cost: Full Breakdown 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 12, 2026
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6 min read
Company Formation
Opening a Bank Account for a Cyprus Company in 2026: Options, Timeline & Requirements
Vladyslav Drapii
June 11, 2026
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13 min read
Article
Cyprus VAT on Sale of Land and Buildings: 19% Rule Explained (2024–2026)
Vladyslav Drapii
June 11, 2026
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11 min read
Article
Cyprus Offshore Company Formation in 2026: Tax Benefits, Structures & What Changed
Vladyslav Drapii
June 11, 2026
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13 min read
Article
Cyprus Company Formation: Requirements, Documents & Step-by-Step Timeline (2026)
Vladyslav Drapii
June 11, 2026
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12 min read
Article
Dubai Free Zone for iGaming Companies: Structure, Banking and Licensing – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 11, 2026
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10 min read
iGaming Licensing
Banking for iGaming Companies: What Works in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
June 10, 2026
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7 min read
iGaming Licensing
Offshore Gaming License: Choose a Jurisdiction in 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 9, 2026
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8 min read
iGaming Licensing
Curaçao iGaming License: Cost and Process 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 8, 2026
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7 min read
iGaming Licensing
How to Verify an Anjouan Gaming License 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 5, 2026
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9 min read
iGaming Licensing
Anjouan Gaming License Requirements 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 4, 2026
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8 min read
iGaming Licensing
Anjouan Gaming License Cost: Full Breakdown 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 3, 2026
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7 min read
iGaming Licensing
Anjouan Gaming License Restricted Countries 2026 – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
June 2, 2026
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7 min read
iGaming Licensing
Anjouan vs Curaçao vs Kahnawake: Gambling License Comparison (2026)
Vladyslav Drapii
May 30, 2026
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3 min read
Article
Crypto Gambling License: Best Jurisdictions for Bitcoin Casinos
Vladyslav Drapii
May 28, 2026
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8 min read
Article
Cyprus Company Registration: Complete Guide — Tax Benefits, IP Box & Non-Dom Status
Vladyslav Drapii
May 28, 2026
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8 min read
Cyprus
UAE Free Zone Company Formation: Complete Guide (IFZA, RAKEZ, DMCC Compared)
Vladyslav Drapii
May 28, 2026
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7 min read
UAE
How to Start an Online Casino: A Complete Legal & Operational Guide
Vladyslav Drapii
May 28, 2026
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7 min read
iGaming
US BOI exemption: what it means for foreign founders
Vladyslav Drapii
May 6, 2026
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6 min read
США
Why operators switch from Curacao to Anjouan
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
MICA — New Types of Cryptocurrency Licenses in the EU
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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13 min read
EU
Anjouan vs Malta vs Isle of Man: Speed, CAPEX & Audits
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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8 min read
Malta
Infrastructure rules for Anjouan: Data replication and backups
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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4 min read
Anjouan
Vanuatu and Timor Leste Gaming Licenses — What We Know
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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4 min read
Vanuatu
Antigua and Barbuda Gaming License
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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9 min read
Antigua and Barbuda
Crypto Payments in Anjouan: USDT/USDC & AML Compliance
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Curacao Gambling Regulation Overhaul — January Update
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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4 min read
Curaçao
Gambling License in Gibraltar – what you need to know
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Gibraltar
Migrating your gaming business from Curacao to Anjouan: 30-day plan
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Curaçao
Corporate Structure for Anjouan: IBC, Owners & Agreements
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Anjouan Operator Launch Checklist: Domains, Policies & Integrations
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Anjouan Gaming License: A Viable Alternative to Curaçao in 2026
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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14 min read
Anjouan
Payments for Anjouan Operators: Cards, APMs & Crypto
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Responsible Gaming & Marketing in Anjouan: Legal and Operational Tips
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
UAE business licenses: Types and requirements
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
UAE
Where to Operate with an Anjouan License: Geoblock & FATF
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Anjouan Gaming vs Forex Licenses: Key Differences
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
White-label solution in Anjouan: launch without a sublicense
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
Curacao gaming license policy in 2026: full update (VIDEO)
Vladyslav Drapii
February 2, 2026
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1 min read
Curaçao
Best countries to launch a P2P exchange or platform
Vladyslav Drapii
January 22, 2026
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4 min read
UK
How to set up crypto payments for online casinos
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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4 min read
Curaçao
Why it is important to include EULA in software and games
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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6 min read
Article
How to determine the ultimate beneficiary under Ukrainian law
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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4 min read
Ukraine
When does automatic exchange of information on CRS occur?
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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2 min read
Ukraine
Cyprus Corporate Tax Rate 2026: 15% Is Now in Force — What Changed and What Stays the Same
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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11 min read
Cyprus
EMI or Bank — Where to Open an Account
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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3 min read
UAE
Handling Curaçao CGA Complaints Under the New CGA Policy
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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5 min read
Curaçao
Publishing an App on the Apple App Store: Legal Guide
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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12 min read
Listicle
UAE’s VAT registration threshold and its impact on businesses
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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6 min read
UAE
New MGA Capital Requirements for Malta License Operators
Vladyslav Drapii
January 15, 2026
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5 min read
Malta
UAE Double Tax Treaties: 2026 Guide & US Tax Status
Vladyslav Drapii
January 14, 2026
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5 min read
UAE
Anjouan B2B License Certificate for International Providers
Vladyslav Drapii
January 8, 2026
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6 min read
Anjouan
How to Get a Gambling License in Nevis: Rules & Requirements
Vladyslav Drapii
December 30, 2025
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10 min read
Nevis
Qualifying free zone persons in the UAE
Vladyslav Drapii
December 27, 2025
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5 min read
UAE
New CGA changes: office and employment rules
Vladyslav Drapii
December 25, 2025
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4 min read
Curaçao
Curaçao Corporate Tax Rate & Territorial Tax Guide
Vladyslav Drapii
December 21, 2025
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6 min read
Curaçao
Setting Up a Holding Company in Cyprus: Legal & Tax Guide
Vladyslav Drapii
December 21, 2025
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5 min read
Cyprus
Navigating Cyprus’ VAT refund process for international businesses
Vladyslav Drapii
December 21, 2025
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6 min read
Cyprus
New CGA requirements: change of control only with regulatory approval
Vladyslav Drapii
December 21, 2025
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5 min read
Curaçao
UAE LLC vs Free Zone Company: Which to Choose in 2026? – Legarithm
Vladyslav Drapii
December 21, 2025
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10 min read
UAE