Is Luxembourg subject to AIFMD?

Is Luxembourg subject to AIFMD?

Luxembourg has been a first mover in the implementation of European fund regulation since 1988, including the European Union’s Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD).

What is AIFM Luxembourg?

Our Luxembourg AIFM (Alter Domus Management Company S.A.) is a licensed Super ManCo that provides effective solutions for international fund managers seeking AIF and UCITS compliance. It offers third parties the mandatory supervision required when launching, managing or administrating regulated investment vehicles.

How much does it cost to set up a fund in Luxembourg?

Depending on all of these criteria, the incorporation of a Luxembourg Investment Fund can start as low as 25 000 Eur. The Running costs start from 20 000 Eur a year and will evolve with the asset under management, the custody, the audit, the marketing, the reporting, etc.

What is a Luxembourg Raif?

The Reserved Alternative Investment Fund (RAIF) is an investment fund that can invest in all types of assets. It qualifies as alternative investment fund (AIF) and is not itself subject to CSSF product approval.

Why are so many funds domiciled in Luxembourg?

The long-term stability of the country and ecosystem, coupled with a robust regulatory framework, a credible and reputable regulator and a flexible company law regime are among its key features. Luxembourg has historically catered to the needs of the funds industry spanning from back-office to front office services.

Are Luxembourg funds regulated?

Luxembourg fund solutions are tested and well- understood by international investors. Due to the corporate governance or internal polices of the EU institutional investors, they would prefer (or only be allowed) to invest in an EU-domiciled fund which is regulated by its respective competent authority.

Who can invest in a Raif?

These are defined as institutional investors, professional investors and investors who have confirmed in writing that they adhere to the “well-informed” investor status, and who either invest a minimum of EUR 125,000 in the RAIF or have been assessed by a credit institution, investment firm or management company which …

Why do companies choose Luxembourg?

A STABLE AND RELIABLE ECONOMY Dynamism, openness and economic stability are part of Luxembourg’s DNA. The Luxembourg economy is robust and diversified. AAA-rated by all credit rating agencies with solid macroeconomic fundamentals, Luxembourg offers strong long-term growth possibilities and sustained job creation.

What is Luxembourg Raif?

The Reserved Alternative Investment Fund (RAIF) is an investment fund that can invest in all types of assets. It qualifies as alternative investment fund (AIF) and is not itself subject to CSSF product approval. RAIFs must appoint an authorised external Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM).

Can Raif invest in real estate?

The RAIF can invest in any asset class, including private equity, real estate, infrastructure, debt acquisition and loan origination, as well as listed securities of any type.