Guernsey as an investment funds domicile: benefits and regulations

Purpose To explain the benefits and the regulations pertaining to Guernsey as a domicile for investment funds. Design/Methodology/Approach Explains the benefits of Guernsey as a fund domicile, the regulatory regime, and the types of fund vehicles used in Guernsey, registered and authorized. Findings...

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Published in:The journal of investment compliance 2021-10, Vol.22 (4), p.309-321
Main Authors: Alexander, By Annette, Andersen, Christopher, Boyce, Andrew, Carey, Tom, Crosland, David, Lane, Tony, Morgan, Ben
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Purpose To explain the benefits and the regulations pertaining to Guernsey as a domicile for investment funds. Design/Methodology/Approach Explains the benefits of Guernsey as a fund domicile, the regulatory regime, and the types of fund vehicles used in Guernsey, registered and authorized. Findings Guernsey is one of the world’s largest offshore finance centers, with a thriving funds industry. The benefits of Guernsey as a fund domicile are substantial, including a proportionate, flexible and competitive funds regulatory regime, a stable political and legal structure, and a wealth of first-class fund service providers. Originality/Value Expert guidance from experienced investment-fund lawyers.
ISSN:1528-5812
1758-7476
DOI:10.1108/JOIC-05-2021-0025