Cyprus has launched the first phase of its long-awaited iJustice platform, marking a significant step in the digital transformation of the country’s judicial system and raising hopes that more efficient courts will improve the investment climate, including the real estate sector.
The new iJustice platform was unveiled by Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nikodemos Damianou during a press conference attended by representatives of the Judicial Service and the Cyprus Bar Association.
The launch forms the first stage of a broader programme to transform iJustice into a fully integrated court management system that will digitalise the entire lifecycle of court cases.
Modernising a system long affected by delays
Damianou described the project as an important milestone in modernising a sector where Cyprus has historically lagged behind in adopting digital technologies.
The new system enables the electronic filing, management, monitoring and administrative oversight of court cases. Built on a completely new technological platform, it offers enhanced functionality and a more user-friendly interface for judges, lawyers, court registrars, judicial officers and members of the public.
Among the new features are:
- electronic management of interim applications;
- greater alignment with Cyprus’ new Civil Procedure Rules;
- preparation for integrating the Commercial Court and Admiralty Court into the system.
Damianou said the greatest advantage is the creation of a single, modern technological platform that can be expanded over time with new services and capabilities.
Lessons learned from earlier setbacks
The Deputy Minister acknowledged that difficult decisions had been required to get the project back on track, including terminating the previous contract after years of delays.
He revealed that the earlier procurement process took four years to complete before the project itself accumulated almost two years of further delays.
Since March 2025, development has followed a different approach, with close collaboration between the Judicial Service, the Cyprus Bar Association and end users to ensure the platform reflects the practical needs of the courts.
Rather than attempting a single large-scale rollout, the system is being delivered in phases, allowing faster implementation, better risk management and continuous improvements based on user feedback.
Full digital transformation planned by 2027
Future phases, scheduled for completion by 2027, will extend iJustice to additional courts and criminal jurisdictions while introducing further digital services.
The platform will also connect with other government information systems, including the Police warrant management system, enabling greater automation and more efficient information sharing across public services.
Officials are also examining the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist legal research by helping users search legislation and case law more efficiently.
Cyprus’ forthcoming National Artificial Intelligence Strategy identifies the justice system as one of the sectors where technology could significantly improve efficiency and reduce delays.
Additional plans include:
- remote court hearings;
- AI-assisted digital recording and automatic transcription of proceedings;
- courtroom display screens for presenting electronic evidence directly from digital case files.
According to Damianou, these initiatives form part of a unified strategy to fully digitalise the operation of Cyprus’ courts.
Benefits for property investment
The launch of iJustice comes against a backdrop of long-standing concerns over judicial delays, which have been widely recognised as a drag on Cyprus’ economy and property market.
As previously reported, lengthy court proceedings have discouraged investment, delayed commercial dispute resolution and weakened confidence among domestic and international property investors. Faster, more efficient courts are regarded as an essential element in improving the country’s competitiveness and strengthening the rule of law.
Judicial Service welcomes reforms
Judicial Service Registrar Andreas Tserkezos described Phase One of iJustice as a project of major importance that significantly strengthens the system’s security, performance and technical architecture while maintaining ease of use.
He said the objective is to use technology to save time and reduce costs while improving the delivery of justice.
Meanwhile, Cyprus Bar Association President Michalis Vorkas welcomed the government’s response to a long-standing request from the legal profession.
He said the combination of the new iJustice platform, the new Civil Procedure Rules and active participation by users has the potential to reduce court delays substantially, reinforce the rule of law and improve Cyprus’ investment environment.
