Jersey: Fund Management/ REITs

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Jersey has established itself as one of the world's major international finance centres, offering sophisticated fund structures ranging from lightly-regulated Jersey Private Funds to Expert Funds and Listed Funds. The jurisdiction combines tax neutrality, political stability, and a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to accommodate diverse investment strategies including private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and emerging asset classes like digital assets.

Jersey's investment funds sector continues to evolve with strategic reforms designed to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency. Recent developments include the government's Time to Win initiative, comprehensive reforms to the Control of Borrowing regime, and the introduction of a modern corporate administration framework that expands restructuring options for distressed companies.

The States of Jersey has adopted the Companies (Jersey) Amendment Law 2026, representing the most significant update to the Companies (Jersey) Law 1991 since 2014.

If a service provider provides certain services that fall within the scope of the FSJL then, it must meet certain regulatory and registration requirements.

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A quick and user-friendly introduction to the Jersey Private Funds (JPF) regime.

At the same time as the latest enhancements to the Jersey Private Funds (JPF) guide becoming effective on the 6 August, the Jersey Financial Services Commission...

As one of the major international finance centres, Jersey has a strong reputation as a prime location in which to establish offshore investment funds.