Offshore structures & trusts

One-stop service from top-level design to implementation

We help set up entities in Hong Kong, Cayman, BVI and Singapore, with registration, corporate secretary and nominee director support.

Jurisdictions compared

Choose the right vehicle for your wealth

JurisdictionMain functionAnnual upkeep (est.)Typical use
Hong KongGateway to China; trading hubapprox. USD 1,100Trade settlement; listing springboard
BVIHolding platform; confidentialityapprox. USD 2,000Base layer of family trusts; holding platform
CaymanFund structures; listing vehicleapprox. USD 3,500Private equity funds; US / HK listings
SingaporePolitical stability; treaty networkapprox. USD 2,500 to 4,500Family offices; asset management

Costs are estimates of annual upkeep, excluding setup fees and professional fees. Actual figures depend on the specific plan.

Structure optimisation

Outbound expansion and profit repatriation

We advise on tax for outbound business and VIE structures and design the base-layer structure of offshore trusts. The goal is compliant outbound capital and profit repatriation.

BVI / CaymanHolding & listing vehicle
Hong Kong companyIntermediate holding & settlement
WFOEOnshore operating entity

Trust implementation

Roadmap

  1. WEEKS 1 TO 2

    Structure design

    Structure design, KYC and due diligence.

  2. WEEK 3

    Draft the trust deed

    Draft the trust deed and agree protector and beneficiary terms.

  3. MONTHS 2 TO 4

    Entity setup

    Set up the BVI entity and open its bank account, which takes the longest.

  4. ONGOING

    Funding the trust

    Transfer policies, equity and cash into the trust.

Linking the global frontier, safeguarding family prosperity

A first 30-minute consultation can be booked. An expert will review your status, assets and compliance position with you.

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