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A Swiss private bank with a significant client base was looking to diversify its investment offering by providing easy access to the growing Indian stock market.

Amicorp was delighted to support a leading waste recycling company in setting up an investment structure as part of its growth strategy.

Join us for an insightful seminar focusing on navigating the evolving landscape of business opportunities in China.

Join us for an informative breakfast, where we will be discussing Variable Capital Companies (“VCCs”) and the significant benefits they can offer family offices, HNWIs, and fund managers (private equity and venture capital).

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Burgeoning economies in the Middle East are attracting attention from foreign investors, but what do companies looking to establish a base in the region need to know about these markets and their challenges?

Established and expanding trade links to some of the fastest growing markets in the world makes Germany a highly attractive investment location, but a reputation for complex regulation and bureaucracy may be off putting for some. Professional expertise and services can overcome these obstacles and open up opportunities.

Across most of the global asset management industry, there is increasing recognition of the importance of measuring Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) performance as part of business or investment decision-making.

Amicorp Group has been honored with an award for business integrity and transparency by the Fundación Generación Expresarial (“FGE”), a highly regarded non-governmental organization that promotes business ethics across all sectors and the impact it has on economic development in Chile.

Amicorp Group has opened an office in Kazakhstan’s leading financial hub, the Astana International Financial Centre (“AIFC”), the first global providers of corporate management, financial markets and fund administration services to do so.

Amicorp Fund Services has launched an online platform that streamlines the onboarding of investors for fund managers, ensures key information is more accessible, accurate, and secure, and better connects the people that matter when it comes to administrating their fund.

Amicorp Group has officially opened an office in Riyadh to offer on-the-ground support for clients looking to invest in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The new office expands Amicorp’s presence in the Gulf region, adding to its already established offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The UAE introduced a new corporate tax regime that will be effective for the financial years commencing on or after June 1, 2023. It forms part of the UAE’s commitment to meeting international best practices and ensures it maintains its status as a leading global hub for business and is aligned with international standards for tax transparency and preventing harmful tax practices.

Amicorp has officially opened its Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (“GIFT City”) office to provide on-the-ground support for domestic and international clients looking for Trust and Fund administration services in India’s first and only International Financial Services Center (“IFSC”).

Amicorp FS (UK) Plc (“AMIF”) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the demerger of Amicorp Luxembourg S.A., which will allow for an expansion of the company’s operations in this strategically important fund services market. It marks an important step forward for Amicorp Group’s fund services business which listed on the London Stock Exchange in June 2023.

On 6 June 2023, the Singapore Ministry of Finance (MoF) issued the draft Income Tax (Amendment) Bill 2023 for public consultation, proposing to amend the foreign source income exemption (FSIE) regime in Singapore.

Amicorp has opened an office in Kuala Lumpur to support Malaysian businesses expanding their operations internationally, and to support businesses establishing their own footprint in Malaysia.

Amicorp Group has played a central role in setting up a landmark bond deal structured by IDB Invest that will bring much relief to Chilean consumers and its energy industry.

Amicorp has launched a new service line to help investors and businesses analyze, report and develop their Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) performance levels – and address mounting regulatory requirements.

Trusts provide an efficient and flexible way of controlling how and when assets are distributed to selected beneficiaries, often forming a central part of any succession planning.

Twelve years after opening operations in Dubai in 2011, Amicorp has expanded its footprint in the United Arab Emirates by opening its doors in Abu Dhabi. The move highlights the company’s ambition to offer an even broader range of services for investors and businesses across the UAE, the Middle East, and the Asian subcontinent.

Amicorp continuous to expand its accounting services to give clients greater flexibility, more control and peace of mind when it comes to financial insights and business decision-making.

Friends and colleagues from across Curaçao once again came together to take part in one of the island's biggest corporate soccer tournaments to raise funds for Tuma Mi Man, a daycare center supporting struggling families.

Amicorp Group is delighted to announce its fund services business, Amicorp FS (UK) Plc ('AMIF'), successfully listed on the London Stock Exchange's Main Market on 8 June 2023.

Amicorp Group has broadened its fund structuring solutions after securing a Variable Capital Companies ("VCC") license in Mauritius, adding to the VCC license it already holds in Singapore.

Malta has become an attractive destination for foreign investors looking to establish or relocate their businesses to the island. This has been buoyed by a variety of incentives, tax credits, and grants to support businesses that are operating in the country.

Variable Capital Companies (VCCs) are a relatively new corporate structure first introduced in Singapore in 2020, and more recently in the Mauritius in 2022. Designed to provide a flexible and cost-effective vehicle for investment funds and other collective investment schemes, VCCs have quickly become a popular choice for fund managers and investors looking to streamline their investment processes and reduce compliance costs.

Amicorp has been granted a Fund Administrator License in Brazil by the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (“CVM”), and been accepted as a member of the Brazilian Financial and Capital Markets Association (“Anbima”), cementing its position as one of the leading regulated global providers able to operate in the Brazilian fund industry.

2022 saw the international tax framework continuing to evolve, along with greater scrutiny on transparency and substance and the rising importance of addressing ESG-related issues across all sectors.

A new amendment bill approved by the Hong Kong government to introduce a new foreign-sourced income exemption (FSIE) regime has come into force. The FSIE Regime, which came into effect on 1 January 2023, puts in place an economic substance requirement and nexus requirement for certain specified foreign-sourced income of MNE entities.

Amicorp Group has further enhanced its service proposition in India after getting regulatory approval to operate under two licenses in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City ("GIFT City").

The US Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) has introduced a new set of rules on the reporting requirements around beneficial ownership.

New Zealand has taken further action to attract high-net-worth investors into the country with the introduction of an Active Investor Plus visa. New Zealand already enjoys a reputation where business is conducted with the highest levels of integrity, backed by a strong ethical and cultural environment.

Companies in the British Virgin Islands will be subject to tighter financial and legal regulations as of January 1st 2023 due to recently announced changes to the BVI Business Companies Act 2004. The changes being introduced through the new BVI Business Companies (Amendment) Act 2022 and the associated BVI Business Companies (Amendment) Regulations, 2022 (together “BCA Amendments”), are part of the government’s efforts to align the BVI closer with international transparency standards and best practices on information sharing between authorities.

Amicorp Group, a global provider of fund, capital market and corporate management services, has added a new financial and investment advice arm to its business – Amicorp Wealth Services LLC (‘AWS’). Amicorp Wealth Services LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor (‘RIA’) with the Securities and Exchange Commission in Miami, offering a range of financial and investment management advice to clients – from retirement planning, to asset allocation modelling to help in setting up companies and trusts.

The Malta Financial Services Authority (‘MFSA’) has taken another step to the boost the island’s reputation as a financial center of choice with the introduction of a Corporate Governance Code. The new Code aims to enhance corporate governance practices among Authorized Entities operating within the island’s financial services sector. The MFSA sees good corporate governance as a key factor in safeguarding consumers, market integrity and financial stability.

In December 2021, the European Commission published its proposed Anti-Tax Avoidance Directive (“ATAD-3”) to combat the misuse of so-called shell or postbox companies. In May 2022, the European Parliament’s Committee on Economic Monetary Affairs (“ECON”) released its Draft Report with a number of proposed amendments, including postponing the effective start date by one year.

A new register requiring all foreign owners of UK property to reveal their identities has gone live, with any entities in-scope advised to take urgent steps to address that or face significant repercussions.

Amicorp Group has been granted an Investment Fund Manager and Financial Trustee license in Uruguay, strengthening its position as one of the leading fiduciaries in the LatAm region. The announcement by the Central Bank of Uruguay, which regulates the country’s banking and financial system, means Amicorp is now a regulated provider of management and administration services for Private and Public Offering Financial Trusts, as well as for Investment Funds.

The media often shares the names of high-net-worth individuals ("HNWIs") associated with IPOs and Listings, in many cases attaching a degree of celebrity status to them. Last year's IPO of Bumble, the online dating application, was among the high-profile examples of that, since it turned its cofounder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd into the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Typically however, little is disclosed about the actual IPO and what is involved, either actively or passively, or the rationale behind it.

We are delighted to announce that Amicorp Community Foundation’s flagship project, the Amisewaka – Desa Les Community Center (DLCC), is officially open for business and ready to welcome its first students. After more than six years of careful planning and development, a spectacular event on July 18th marked the official opening of the center.

The Netherlands is considered a preferred jurisdiction for both corporate and private structures. The central geographical location of the Netherlands, combined with its outstanding infrastructure, provides an ideal gateway to expand the business into Europe. The Netherlands is also known for its highly educated, flexible, and multi-lingual workforce that can offer solutions to clients globally.

Listed and unlisted corporate clients will often look to incentivize and retain their talent by offering benefits linked to the value of the business they contribute to.

The New Zealand Trust Act 2019 allows for special Trust advisors. Previously these special Trust advisors were known as advisory Trustees; however, the terminology was changed so as not to confuse the role of the actual Trustee.

We take care of the liquidation of your GmbH for a fixed price. Whether it is a company that has ceased to be commercially active or whether your SPV is no longer required, we ensure that your entity is wound up correctly.

Germany offers excellent investment conditions with a stable and reliable economic and judicial framework. Not only does Germany have the biggest consumer market in Europe, but it also provides access to the common market of the European Union (EU).

A shelf company in Germany is a legal entity that is already incorporated and has no previous business activities. Buying a shelf company is the easiest and fastest way for your business to become operative in Germany.

Individuals wanting to relocate to the UAE can find several ways to relocate, including flexible visa options. The UAE is quite progressive and has recently introduced new policies to make it easier for individuals and businesses to move there and stay long-term.

Parties can use an escrow arrangement as a way of mitigating counterparty risk on commercial transactions. The item (s) in escrow are safeguarded by a trusted neutral 3rd party. Amicorp (UK) Limited is set up as a Trust Corporation and can act as the neutral party by using a trust arrangement.

For clients requiring security for business transactions in Mexico, Amicorp Mexico, S.A. DE C.V., SOFOM, E.N.R. has a team that focuses on providing specialized fiduciary solutions. We offer our clients a range of services that include guarantee trusts, collateral & security agency, and escrow services.

Maltese immigration law provides several citizen options and offers several residence programs to benefit both EU/EEA/Swiss nationals and non-EU nationals. The programs allow individuals and families to relocate to Malta or to hold residency status in Malta.

International business today opens a new era of complex regulatory compliance and global tax development requirements. These developments are forcing corporations to take action in order to become and remain compliant with the ever-changing regulatory environment.

A Process Agent is a local agent in a foreign jurisdiction where the client does not have a presence but has entered legal documents governed by that jurisdiction. The client has to appoint a local agent to accept court papers from that jurisdiction on its behalf.

The Variable Capital Company (VCC) is a recent investment fund innovation, launched in January 2020 and aimed at increasing Singapore’s attractiveness as a competitive asset management hub in Asia. It is geared towards investors and fund managers looking for a jurisdiction which provides a strong legal environment, efficiency, long-term stability, easy access, cost benefits and tax efficiency.

Depending on your business setup and investment requirements, we can provide a full range of support solutions in and out of multiple jurisdictions. Our services allow clients to increase their efficiency by focusing on their core activities and investment performance while providing dedicated compliance, administrative and structured finance solutions.

Depending on the business setup and client requirements, we can provide a full range of support solutions in and out of multiple jurisdictions. Our services allow our clients to increase their efficiency by focusing on revenue while providing administrative and other structured finance solutions. Our corporate structure and operating model enable greater flexibility in meeting client needs: Amicorp, your independent service provider

Are you an asset manager wanting to pool your clients' assets in an asset management company or a borrower with a bespoke private placement transaction? Through our full-service Luxembourg-based issuance provider, we can enable a smooth issuance; issuances are in accordance with the Luxembourg securitizations Law of March 22, 2004.

Today, Luxembourg is the largest European securitization and fund domicile and the second largest fund center in the world after the US. A look at the ECB statistics for international comparison (Euro area), clearly confirms that Luxembourg remains one of the leading centers for securitization and structured finance vehicles.

Companies intending to issue bonds or notes to raise finance might benefit by using a trust structure. In such a setup, the company can appoint a trustee to act on behalf of the investors. The trustee then can deal with minor amendments and waive certain requirements rather than the company having to direct themselves to the investors individually.

Since the global banking crisis, banks have had to adapt to and comply with a raft of regulations which initially led to a reduction in lending to small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap corporates. This lending gap in the market was quickly filled by direct lending firms, Peer-2-Peer lending operators, and crowdfunding platforms offering alternative funding to lenders, helping sustain the global economy.

Companies increasingly face complex challenges when wanting to stay competitive amidst, many times, changing but also uncertain conditions and are more in need than ever of assistance to help them navigate the new economic business landscape.

Proper estate planning involves determining how an individual’s assets will be preserved, managed, and distributed after death. Estate planning is implemented to assist the loved ones left behind to navigate through the already challenging processes.

Many entrepreneurial families have diverse business interests and productive assets spread over one or more emerging markets countries. Those assets generally are difficult to leverage or finance and even more challenging to liquidize.

At Amicorp, we offer a wide range of services for private clients. These solutions range from assisting in the execution of investments, implementing international structures, incorporating companies through to the administration and management of companies, ensuring accounting, tax, and legal compliance. We provide personalized service and tailor our offerings to the needs of our clients.

Going global with your business may bring many new challenges for you and your organization including lack of cost control, increased risks, and other complexities. Speed and ease to market, full compliance, and operational visibility are essential.

In this day and age, managing a business can be complicated. Business owners are torn between revenue-generating activities to obtain a competitive advantage and the operational and financial roles within the organization. We provide flexible working models which provide valuable support, and cater to your diverse operating requirements.

Succession planning is a must for every woman. No matter what religion one follows you can still have concerns about who gets what out of your estate. How do you make sure that the right and deserving heir gets their due and when? A woman portrays multiple roles, but the most important role considered by her is that of a mother.

A Process Agent is a local agent in a foreign jurisdiction where the client does not have a presence but has entered legal documents governed by that jurisdiction. The client appoints this local agent to accept court papers from that jurisdiction on its behalf.

Listed and unlisted corporate clients will often look to incentivize and retain their talent by offering benefits that are linked to the value of the business they contribute to.

Without a Will, your assets will be shared following the standards as defined by the law. Having a Will in place may be one of the most important things you can do to protect your spouse, children, and assets.

Adequate, precise, and exact reports, with relevant information for the manager of an investment fund, and the client, is a key factor in making timely and correct decisions in the administration of a fund.

Calculating NAV (Net Asset Value) is one of the most important tasks in managing an investment fund. We understand how crucial this work is, and we are here to assist and support you independently.

The presidential election in the United States has been ongoing for some months now and the moment of truth is just around the corner as America votes on November 3rd, 2020.

There is nothing certain, but the uncertain. In these days of so much uncertainty, it is difficult for families and business owners to plan. Nobody can foresee the impact COVID-19 will have on a business or a family, or how the future will be shaped because of it.

It is often said in a family business that, a pre-planned and pre-accepted family succession planning can help to achieve the desires and objectives of the family. The most important focus should be to articulate the family's shared vision, values and enduring principals about how the family is organized around the business.

Considering the uncertainties prevailing at this point of time, it is important to have a succession plan in place. Now is the correct time to decide what happens to your accumulated wealth and assets after you’re gone.

360° Blockchain service offering From enterprise blockchain adoption to the rise of decentralized finance, it seems like the blockchain landscape is rapidly evolving in different ways. Blockchain technology is meanwhile revolutionizing the world in various sectors, including art, crypto banking, crypto exchanges, custody providers, market makers, platform and protocols, token issuance companies, and venture capital.

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) a data protection law based on the accountability principle and for protecting personal data. New personal data protection laws are coming into force and outdated laws continue to be updated.

Have you ever thought what could happen to your special needs child should you and your spouse no longer be around? As long as one of the parents are still alive, your child’s needs and requirements will easily be met. But the moment both are gone, dealing with the continuity requires utmost care and sincerity.

The reality of the COVID-19 crisis and the imposed travel restrictions inevitably posed significant issues for the tourism industry as a whole. The effect this has had on the hospitality industry is enormous, and the outcome is still not predictable.

In response to the unprecedented health crisis following the COVID-19 pandemic, emergency measures have passed, and old laws have been newly invoked, all of which will have a direct impact on entrepreneurs and organizations in many countries.

International economic substance and transparency are the new drivers for businesses today. Management of succession, control, and structure, seeking a balance between business and family are central to family business continuity. More than ever, with aggressive tax structures being scrutinized, families are looking for knowledgeable and trusted partners to assist them in offering transversal solutions in a 360º service, updating old structures, and adapting to the new international standards and needs.

The recent lockdown in many countries due to the COVID-19 pandemic has forced companies to put a magnifying glass on the importance of having a robust business continuity plan (BCP) in place. Having such a plan is an essential part of the organization's risk management strategy, and now more than ever has proven vital.

The COVID-19 crisis continues to impact business in general. Following the traditional method of doing business in this continuously changing landscape might prove difficult for business owners and directors. Especially accessing their companies, and the running of business entities in foreign countries might seem impossible.

In these days of so much uncertainty in Brazil, it is difficult for business owners to plan ahead. Nobody knows how the business environment will change, the impact it will have, or how the future will be shaped.

In these days of so much uncertainty, it is difficult for business owners to plan ahead. Nobody knows how the business environment will change, the impact it will have, or how the future will be shaped.

The Covid-19 crisis continues to impact business in general, especially the running of business entities in foreign countries, either nearshore or offshore.

The Mexican government has announced a new Mexican tax reform as part of the Economic Budget Project.

More than a year has passed since the arrival of the new data protection law in Europe.