50+

years at the forefront of global finance, with a wide range of products and services

Regulation

our strong and respected regulatory framework sets us apart from other IFCs

800

years of independence, with our own elected parliament and judicial system

Substance

we're proud that a whole range of major financial services firms are based here

22

national and international awards have been won by Jersey in the past 5 years

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Why Jersey

What sets us apart

Together with political and economic stability, our forward-thinking and robust regulatory framework has set us apart from other IFCs for almost 60 years, making us a world leader in finance.

Here's how:

Independence

While we often work closely with Britain, we’re not part of the UK or represented by the British Houses of Parliament. We’ve maintained this domestic autonomy for 800 years, which will continue to bring benefit in the post-Brexit future.

Stability

We’re proud to have our own elected Parliament and judicial system, bringing us stability and freedom of independence.

Tax neutrality

Jersey offers a clear, tax-neutral environment, allowing investors to work together more efficiently. They pay tax in their own countries, and in those they invest in, without complex cross-border tax issues – and without being taxed twice.

Without places like Jersey, bringing many different investors together would be very difficult, with many investments and benefits being lost as a result.

Regulation

To ensure the right tax is being paid, strong regulation is needed. Jersey’s strong regulatory framework sets it apart from other IFCs. Our framework is one of the strongest in the world, and it’s designed to bring clarity and transparency to the world of finance.

We make certain that we know exactly where all the money in Jersey has come from, and exactly where it’s going. We then share that information with the relevant authorities and governments, working with them to ensure the tax due is being paid. This constant communication is vital to fighting financial crime and corruption.

Substance

Together with the many major financial services organisations that are based in Jersey’s capital, St. Helier, we employ almost a quarter of the local workforce. Over our 50-year history, we’ve developed a breadth and depth of products and services that sets us apart from other jurisdictions – offerings that’ll only grow in the future.

Legal system

Our legal framework provides vital support to our finance industry, making sure that we stay flexible and attractive for domestic and international markets.

 

Infrastructure

Our highly-skilled workforce and key stakeholders work together to develop products and services. This focus adds value to local and global economies, as well as the futures of individual investors.