Cyprus has taken another step towards the digital transformation of its judiciary with the launch of the upgraded iJustice platform, allowing judges, lawyers and members of the public to exchange court documents electronically.
The new iJustice platform, which became operational on Monday, builds on the previous eJustice system by introducing new electronic filing services, expanded functionality and support for the newly established Commercial Court and Admiralty Court.
For citizens, the upgrade means fewer in-person visits to court, with more services available online.
Faster access for judges and lawyers
The new system is expected to save judges significant time by replacing bulky paper files with digital case records, allowing easier access to documents and enabling remote work when appropriate.
Lawyers will be able to file applications electronically, exchange legal documents and communicate with the courts through a single online platform, improving access to justice and streamlining court procedures.
More user-friendly system
Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nikodemos Damianou described the new platform as more user-friendly and easier to use.
He said work on the new system began in March 2025, following the decision to discontinue the previous eJustice project, which took four years to complete and was delivered two years behind schedule.
The project has been developed in cooperation with the Cyprus Bar Association and the judiciary.
More digital services planned
Damianou said the digital transformation of the courts will continue over the coming years.
By 2027, the system is expected to include:
- all criminal courts;
- the Police fine payment warrant system;
- and potentially artificial intelligence tools.
Additional digital initiatives include digital recording of court proceedings, electronic transcription of records, remote hearings and the installation of courtroom display screens for presenting evidence.
Thousands of cases already registered
Cyprus Bar Association President Michalis Vorkas said the upgraded system will strengthen Cyprus’ competitiveness in the justice sector and that further digital projects are expected over the next year.
Supreme Court Registrar Andreas Tserkezos said the system already includes:
- 102,000 electronically registered court cases;
- 1.3 million electronic filings;
- 3.5 million uploaded documents; and
- 9,000 registered users.
The project is funded through Cyprus’ Recovery and Resilience Plan and will be implemented in four phases.
Future phases will also integrate the Supreme Constitutional Court, the Supreme Court’s third-instance jurisdiction, the International Protection Administrative Court and all criminal courts.
Reduced need for court visits
According to the Supreme Court, once the iJustice platform is fully implemented across all courts in Cyprus, it will improve administrative efficiency, allow staff to process more work electronically, enhance case management and statistical reporting, and reduce the need for members of the public and legal professionals to visit court buildings in person.
The system will also help speed up public services while reducing paperwork and saving both time and resources.
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