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Guernsey entities
Companies, foundations, trusts and cell companies in a self-governing British Crown Dependency known for investment funds, captive insurance and private wealth.
In shortCCYFX onboards Guernsey companies, foundations, trusts and protected and incorporated cell companies, including fund and captive insurance vehicles. Guernsey is a British Crown Dependency outside the UK and EU. Typical documents include the certificate of incorporation, a certificate of good standing and the trust deed or foundation charter.
Overview
A Crown Dependency for funds, insurance and wealth
Guernsey is a British Crown Dependency that is part of neither the United Kingdom nor the European Union. It introduced the protected cell company and is a significant centre for captive insurance, investment funds and private wealth.
Fiduciaries and corporate service providers are licensed by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission. Alderney, part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, has its own registry and its own online gaming regulator, the Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
Common entities we onboard
Company
Companies limited by shares, used for holding, investment and fund structures.
Foundation
Foundations used for wealth and succession planning.
Trusts
Guernsey trusts administered by licensed fiduciaries.
Protected and incorporated cell companies
Cell companies used for funds and captive insurance.
Documents
What we ask Guernsey entities to provide
These are in addition to identification for directors and beneficial owners. Certificates should generally have been issued within the last three to six months.
Company
- Certificate of incorporation
- Memorandum and articles of incorporation
- Certificate of good standing
- Registers of directors and members
Trusts and foundations
- Trust deed, or foundation charter and rules
- Trustee or council members, with their licence
- Protector or guardian, where appointed
- Settlor or founder, with the source of the assets
Ownership
- Ownership chart to individuals with 25% or more
- Board resolution naming signatories
- Administrator or corporate service provider details
- Source of wealth of beneficial owners
Sectors
Typical Guernsey clients
This page is general information to help you prepare for onboarding. It is not legal or tax advice. Laws and registry practice in Guernsey change, so please confirm current requirements with your corporate service provider or legal adviser.
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Apply online in about ten minutes. We will reply with the documents your structure requires and an indicative timeline for onboarding.