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Amicorp Fund Services (DIFC) Limited has been granted a Category 4 license by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to provide Fund Administration services within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

Naman Goel, Executive Director, Amicorp Capital (DIFC) Limited, shares his views on why the Incorporate Cell Company structure is a game-changer for investors looking for operational efficiency, structural flexibility and/or a robust way of segregating assets and liabilities.

Dividend withholding tax (WHT) varies widely by jurisdiction and is influenced by where the Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) is based, as well as the structures used to hold the investment.

In the dynamic world of regional technology companies, one founder-led business with approximately USD 10M in annual revenue faced significant financial challenges. Despite being profitable, the company operated without a dedicated CFO, leading to several issues.

Insight on how tailored structuring, regulatory, and local expertise are unlocking private capital opportunities across East Africa’s evolving markets.

Sometimes, the smallest transitions in life can spark the biggest change. For our interns at our office in Singapore, the inspiration for their latest initiative came from a life stage many of us know well, families downsizing their children’s belongings as they leave for college or university.

In a global business environment shaped by rapid change, rising investor expectations, and complex regulatory landscapes, the demand for strategic financial leadership is rising. Business leaders are increasingly expected to make quick, informed decisions about capital allocation, fundraising, risk management, and growth strategies.

Amicorp Group has been granted an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (“AIFM”) license by the Spanish regulator that allows us to manage and structure Alternative Investment Funds (“AIFs”) across Europe. It means Amicorp can provide a regulated, flexible, and cost-efficient platform to a diverse range of private asset investment and marketing opportunities.

Amicorp Group is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This strategic development forms part of our broader commitment to expanding integrated support across key Southeast Asian markets, providing clients with on-the-ground expertise in one of the region’s fastest-growing economies.

Amicorp enables a Swiss quantitative investment firm to bring AI-powered trading strategies to market through a scalable, regulated investment structure.

Amicorp Granted Financial Trustee License in Argentina to Support Investment Growth Opportunities

We're incredibly proud to share that the next phase of our AmiForest project, part of the Amicorp Community Foundation (“ACF”), has officially launched.

Mintus is the first platform authorized by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) to fractionalize investment-grade contemporary art in the United Kingdom

We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive, invite-only roadshow designed for Indian businesses and investors seeking to explore opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (“KSA”).

Amicorp invites you to join us for our upcoming event to explore the advantages of European Alternative Investment Funds (“AIFs”) for your international investment strategies.

Please join us for drinks, networking, and an introduction to Amicorp’s fund administration services in Luxembourg and across our global offices.

Amicorp is delighted to co-host an event with the Astana International Financial Centre ("AIFC") to explore the benefits AIFC fund structures can offer international fund managers and other professional investors.

Amicorp invites you to join us for our upcoming breakfast event where we will be discussing Securitization vehicles and Actively Management Certificates (“AMCs”).

Rising interest in actively managed certificates among asset managers in Asia and the benefits of variable capital companies funds have triggered new activity in Singapore.

Amicorp India looks forward to hosting you for an informative event where industry leaders and local market experts will share valuable insights on cross-border expansion.

Amicorp India looks forward to hosting you for an informative event where industry leaders and local market experts will share valuable insights on cross-border expansion.

Amicorp Financial Markets cordially invites you to our seminar to find out more about the opportunities that Actively Managed Certificates ("AMCs") and Securitization vehicles can offer.

Amicorp Financial Markets cordially invites you to our seminar to find out more about the opportunities that Actively Managed Certificates ("AMCs") and Securitization vehicles can offer.

The economies of Southeast Asia have been among the fastest growing in the world over the last few decades, fueled in part by their proximity to the powerhouse of China. But the region’s growth is about much more than its giant neighbor. Southeast Asia has a powerful story to tell about its domestic development, its role in wider global trade and the opportunity of presents for foreign investment.

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 Company ("VCC") funds and the benefits they can offer Taiwanese family offices, HNWIs, and fund managers (private equity and venture capital).

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

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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.