The Brazilian and Swiss Governments signed a Double Tax Treaty (DTT) on 3 May 2018.

Portugal's sunshine and relaxed lifestyle attract many aspiring entrepreneurs. However, before plunging into self-employment, understanding the unique tax landscape is crucial.

Starting from 6 April 2025, the UK will implement significant changes to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals.

Switzerland is an attractive jurisdiction for the location of a company for several reasons, as detailed in the Dixcart Swiss Company Jurisdiction Note.

The Madeira International Business Centre (MIBC) offers several benefits to companies that are registered there, including a low corporate tax rate of 5%.

Malta Enterprise currently offers an variety of diverse funding options, aimed at developing and enhancing small to medium sized businesses on the island.

With the introduction of the Companies Act 2021 (the Act) Isle of Man companies incorporated under the Companies Act 2006 can now re-register as a Companies Act 1931 company.

The attractive tax regime for investment into UK commercial real estate by foreign investors is changing.

As of 1 January 2024, Pillar 2 (BEPS 2.0) came into effect, as recommended by the OECD, where multinational companies are subject to a global minimum tax of 15% which will apply for the first...

Malta has gained a high reputation in the shipping and yachting world, not only because of its geographical location but also because it offers attractive and competitive incentives, thereby making Malta one of the top flags in the world.

Switzerland is an incredibly attractive jurisdiction for international companies and high net worth individuals, seeking stability (political and economic).

Each Family Office is as unique as the Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) family it represents.

A Trust is a legal relationship recognised by equity. It arises when property ("the Trust Fund") is transferred by a person ("the Settlor"), to another person or persons ("the Trustees").

If you are considering establishing a business in the UK, ensuring the compliance and administrative elements are setup at an early stage is crucial, to allow the business to grow efficiently.

In an increasingly complex regulatory and fiscal landscape, yacht owners and their advisers are looking for stable, well-regulated jurisdictions that offer clarity, flexibility, and efficiency. The Isle of Man has long been a respected centre for yacht ownership and management, and it continues to offer advantages for those involved in both private and commercial yachting.

Equity incentive plans have grown in popularity in recent years as they provide a fantastic mechanism for motivating employees, retaining talent and aligning the interests of the workforce and Shareholders.

For many of our clients, the next twelve months will be a turning point in how they think about passing on wealth. The nil-rate band remains frozen at £325,000, with the residence nil-rate band fixed at £175,000 until at least April 2031. From April 2026, 100% agricultural and business property relief has been capped at £1 million of combined value and from 6 April 2027 most unused pension funds will be brought into the scope of inheritance tax for the first time.

At the start of April 2026, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) entered a new phase. With day one entitlement, the removal of the Lower Earnings Limit and earnings‑related payments, the reforms introduced from 6 April, are intended to align statutory provision more closely with how people actually work today.

In 2020, the Maltese government has revisited its citizenship legislation to consider all matters relating to citizenship by birth, by registration, by naturalisation, dual and multiple citizenships and for exceptional services by direct investment.

International tax planning is becoming increasingly sophisticated, with considerations often far more complex than just seeking the ‘lowest' rate of corporate tax.