Managers of Wealth Offshore

More FATCA Letters, As Swiss And Other Foreign Banks Crack Down

If you are American and have a non-U.S. bank account, chances are that you’ve received a letter from your bank asking for your tax details.

Lionel Messi Tax Evasion Trial: Favoritism Or Targeting?

Some observers think Lionel Messi is getting easy treatment from Spanish officials

Canadian corporations hoarding record amounts in offshore tax havens

In 2014, Canadian corporations sent nearly $200 billion offshore, costing us nearly $8 billion in tax revenue.

Swiss-based mining giant reveals it's being audited by ATO over taxes

The Swiss-based mining giant revealed it was being investigated by the ATO in its response to questions from the Senate inquiry into corporate tax avoidance.

Cayman Islands Reporting Bulletin - Deloitte

Cayman Islands Reporting Bulletin Extension to registration and filing deadlines

Updated Guernsey FATCA Guidance Notes - Deloitte

On 30 April 2015, the Guernsey Income Tax Office released the fifth revision of the Guernsey FATCA Guidance Note

What should a new tax disclosure facility look like? by Mike Down, Baker Tilly

The Government has promised to introduce a new disclosure facility which will run from 2016, so what should it look like? Our finest tax brains have been on the case…

Guernsey: New International Tax Rules – Where Now For Hedge Funds?

Current international tax rules are based on principles that have not kept up with globalisation and the rise of the digital economy.

Tax: warm welcome for whistleblowers and investigative journalists

The “Luxleaks” journalists invited to Parliament to share their views and experiences and were warmly welcomed by MEPs, who complimented them on "their courageous work".

Further senior endorsements for Jersey’s contribution to Europe’s economy

Comments made during meetings between the Chief Ministers of Jersey and Guernsey and senior EU representatives recently provide further endorsement of Jersey’s positive contribution to the European economy and build on previous recognition from seni

The new UK Government: what is the future for non-doms? by: Russell Cohen and Nicola Pomfret

It is also very likely that the new government will at some point increase the charge which non-doms who have lived in the UK for at least 7 years must pay to enjoy the remittance basis.

Puerto Rico – The Truth About This Tax Haven

Nobody likes to pay taxes, even if we grudgingly accept their role in making civilization possible.

Invitation: FATCA Reporting Webinar

Wednesday 13th May: Midday

The Aftermath Of A Leak: What's Next in the HSBC Suisse Tax Evasion Saga?

JURIST Guest Columnist Shu-Yi Oei of Tulane University Law School discusses tax evasion investigations and possible criminal charges against HSBC's Swiss private banking unit...

Jersey warns of £125m budget shortfall

There are also likely to be personal tax increases. Alan Maclean, the island’s treasury minister, says 80 per cent of households may have to pay more tax next year.

IRS expands use of legal tools against tax evaders

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is planning to broaden the use of subpoenas of documents in cases where the name of a taxpayer under investigation is not known.

Guernsey Chief Minister Meets EU Commissioner Moscovici

Guernsey's Chief Minister, Jonathan Le Tocq, has met with Pierre Moscovici, the European Commissioner for Economic and Financial Affairs, Taxation and Customs

Estimating the illicit funds in global tax havens

These illustrations show how the economic crisis of 2008 was a catalyst for going after tax havens by developed economies.

Falciani: all banks help evade taxes

“The higher compensation people get for helping justice, the greater the pressure cheaters will have. It’s important to know people can gain a lot more by helping instead of cheating.”

UK Supreme Court to hear HMRC case on bank bonuses

The UK’s highest court is to hear an appeal by HM Revenue & Customs over two offshore schemes designed to avoid paying tax on bankers’ bonuses