Asset Protection Trust
Shield your wealth with offshore asset protection - legal, private, multi-jurisdictional.
Who Asset Protection Trust suits
Individuals and families who want to shield wealth from future lawsuits, creditors or political instability through a recognised legal structure.
Business owners and professionals in higher-liability fields seeking separation between personal and at-risk assets.
Anyone planning their estate across multiple jurisdictions who values privacy and orderly succession.
Investment routes
Offshore trust formation
OpenEstablishing the trust in a creditor-friendly jurisdiction, with a licensed trustee holding assets under a deed tailored to your goals. [VERIFY current jurisdiction options and minimum funding.]
Trust with underlying holding company
OpenPairing the trust with a holding company for operating assets or investments, for added structure and control. [VERIFY current structuring options.]
What you’ll pay
Our service fee is a flat 10% of government cost. Due diligence and biometrics are passed through at cost. Figures are for a single applicant and rise with government fees and additional dependants.
Indicative all-in
from $55,000
Tax considerations
An asset protection trust is a wealth-structuring tool, not a tax-avoidance scheme, and it does not by itself change where you are tax-resident. Reporting obligations vary by your home country and the trust's jurisdiction. This is not tax or legal advice; we coordinate with qualified trust, tax and legal advisers.
Asset Protection Trust: frequently asked
Is this legal?
Yes. Asset protection trusts are an established, lawful structure when set up correctly and disclosed where required. They are not a way to hide assets or evade tax. [VERIFY any jurisdiction-specific disclosure rules.]
Do I lose control of my assets?
The structure is designed to balance protection with appropriate influence over how assets are managed and distributed, within the bounds that keep the protection effective. [VERIFY specifics with the structuring adviser.]
Which jurisdiction is best?
It depends on your residence, the assets involved and your goals. We help you weigh the recognised trust jurisdictions at consultation.
How long does it take to set up?
A straightforward structure can often be established quickly once documentation and KYC are complete. We confirm the timeline for your case at the outset.