Tax Optimization

What is PPLI? Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) is a wealth planning tool for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and families. Used widely in jurisdictions like the Nordics, UK, and US, it integrates global investment portfolios into a life insurance policy issued by a licensed insurer. Funded through a single premium—either in cash, bankable assets, or even

Announcement On March 16, 2023, the Cyprus Tax Department made a significant announcement pertaining to the implementation of the Notional Interest Deduction (NID) on equity. The announcement included a detailed table presenting the 10-year government bond yield rates for multiple countries, as of December 31, 2022. These rates serve as an essential benchmark for calculating

Setting up Alternative Investment Funds and Registered Alternative Investment Funds in Cyprus allow investors to conduct business through a fund without the daily management required of other company structures. This type of structure along with the favorable tax regime of Cyprus enables investors to raise more capital and High-Net-Worth-Individuals to financially benefit from this alternative

A variety of film tax incentives has developed around the world to encourage the production of films and the expression of local stories. Although the film industry has been long established in places like Hollywood or Bollywood, global destinations provide the potential for new and interesting locations in movie production. Film tax incentives can be

Located in the Eastern Mediterranean, the island of Cyprus is one of the most favorable jurisdictions to consider for corporate restructuring, business expansion and relocation. There are many benefits to restructuring or expanding a private company into a Cyprus company including tax optimization and business environment advantages. The Aspen Trust Group examines the reasons behind