Licensing

In the Czech Republic, an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) is a company organised for the purpose of attracting and collectively investing funds from private investors. Such a fund offers investors the opportunity to invest their money in various assets, including investment instruments such as stocks, bonds, derivatives, commodities (such as oil and gold), real estate, crypto assets, collectibles, and more. The investment of capital is conducted in accordance with a pre-selected strategy tailored to the interests of investors.

An alternative investment fund presents an opportunity to diversify your investment portfolio and potentially earn additional profits.

ADVANTAGES OF REGISTERING AN ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT FUND IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

An Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) is among the most convenient collective investment options. Registering an AIF in the Czech Republic offers numerous advantages, including:

• relative ease of registration;
• ample opportunities for investment and profit;
• greater flexibility compared to traditional investment funds, allowing for the independent determination of operational features;
• the ability to attract funds from both qualified investors and a certain number of unqualified investors.

The Republic of Estonia, a beacon of digital progress and a thriving startup hub offers a streamlined and business-friendly investment licensing system. Below, we will review the specifics of registering an investment company and obtaining the relevant licence in Estonia, focusing on its features and advantages.

Advantages of obtaining an Investment Licence in Estonia

• Access to the single European Market: Due to full membership in the European Union, an investment company registered in Estonia can, on a temporary and irregular basis, freely provide services throughout the European Economic Area. In addition, the status of a European company instils confidence and reliability in the eyes of partners.

• Transparency and Regulatory Stability: The country boasts a well-defined and transparent legal framework, providing, for example, investment incentives. Clear AML (Anti-Money Laundering) rules and financial sector supervision instil confidence in investors and clients, building trust in the monetary sector.

• Innovation in the Technology Segment: Estonia has a reputation for actively pursuing digital innovation. The investment licensing system encourages the integration of technology and digital solutions, allowing licensed entities to exploit advances such as algorithmic trading and blockchain-based investment instruments.