Bermuda’s new Charities Act 2014 (the Act) becomes operative on 31 December 2014. The Act repeals and replaces the Charities Act 1978 with substantial amendment and complements Bermuda’s sensible, well-regarded legislative framework for the establishment of charities.

With its well-respected regulatory regime and highly regarded professional services industry, Bermuda continues to be an ideal location for the creation of an international philanthropic or charitable structure.

Bermuda's Charities Amendment Act 2018 (Amendment Act) became operative on 10 August 2018 (Commencement Date).

Bermuda is well known for its charitable and philanthropic organisations.

Over the past decade, Bermuda businesses have faced a steady rise in regulatory and legal obligations.

The changes introduced by the Amendment Act apply to privately funded charities.

A recent amendment to charities legislation in Bermuda has enhanced the island's anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing (AML/ATF) protections.

With its well-respected regulatory regime and highly regarded professional services industry, Bermuda is an ideal location for the creation of an international charitable structure.

Businesses and investors are increasingly considering relevant environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors. However, trust law may not have kept pace with this phenomenon.

This Guide has been produced as an aid to those seeking general information on charitable structures in Bermuda.

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This guide to Bermuda's private client sector includes commentary on tax, trusts, foundations and private wealth structures used within the jurisdiction, including charitable...

This guide to Bermuda's private client sector includes commentary on tax, trusts, foundations and private wealth structures used within the jurisdiction, including charitable or philanthropic...

This guide to Bermuda's private client sector includes commentary on tax, trusts, foundations and private wealth structures used within the jurisdiction, including charitable or philanthropic structures.

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