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Your Guide to Understanding Offshore Private Banking

10-08-2018 06:23 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance

Press release from: Caye International Bank

Author: Luigi Wewege, Senior Vice President of Caye International Bank

Author: Luigi Wewege, Senior Vice President of Caye International Bank

Offshore banking is a term that gets used a lot, but it isn’t always clear what it means or why it matters. Whether you’re a new investor, a prospective retiree, or someone interested in growing their business, offshore banking could prove to be very advantageous. To take advantage of the benefits of offshore banking, you first need to understand it.

Discover more about what offshore banking is, why it matters, and how it can help you achieve your financial goals.

What is Offshore Banking?
Many people think that offshore banking is complicated, while others believe it is best left for the wealthiest among us. The reality is that offshore banking doesn’t have to be complicated, nor is there a requirement that you be incredibly rich. If you have a domestic bank account, then you can have an offshore bank account.

Offshore banking is simply banking in any country outside of your country of residence. If you live in the United States, therefore, offshore banking means moving money into a bank account in any other country around the world. There are many different types of offshore banking, just like there are many different types of domestic banking.

Find Offshore Banks with Lower Overhead Costs
The overhead costs of operating a bank vary from one location to the next. After all, most banks have physical spaces, and there are overhead costs like rent, mortgages, property taxes, or utilities to consider. Factor in the local costs of wages, and it becomes clear that banks have very different operating costs. As in many industries, these costs are passed on to the customer through various types of banking fees.

Sometimes, banks in one jurisdiction lower their fees to reflect their operating costs. Therefore, a bank in an expensive city like Singapore might have different fees when compared to a destination with a much lower cost of living. As in many industries, these overhead costs are passed on to the customer through various types of banking fees.

Many individuals save money by selecting an offshore bank with lower fees rather than banking with one in their own jurisdiction which passes their overhead costs on to the customer through higher fees. When choosing the right offshore bank, you can save on everything from monthly account fees to the amount of interest charged when taking out a loan.

Use Offshore Banking to Reduce Taxation
When many people think of offshore banking, they think of tax avoidance. It is certainly true that offshore banking can reduce the amount of taxes you need to pay, but many of these routes are completely legal. Banking in certain countries allows you to retain more of your hard-earned dollars, but it is important to choose an offshore bank that upholds the standards of enacted banking and financial laws and regulations and is completely transparent with any of these governing bodies.

In certain jurisdictions, your assets aren’t subject to certain types of taxation. In Belize, for example, there is no capital gains tax. Pension income is also exempt from taxation within Belize. If you store your assets in Belize, then you can legally reduce your tax burden. If you’re worried that high domestic taxation rates are unfair or are reducing your wealth, then moving some of your assets offshore could make a significant difference.

Reduce Vulnerability Through Offshore Banking
Offshore banking is appealing to so many people because it offers greater security for their wealth. Every country operates its banking system independently, and every country has their own requirements for financial liquidity. If you keep all of your wealth in one country’s banks, you could be increasing your financial vulnerability.

There is always some level of risk involved in financial matters, but many people seek to reduce that risk as much as possible. One way to do that is to spread your assets out among more than one country and more than one banking system. While it is rare that banks fail, or entire economies collapse, it does happen. Knowing that you have a safety net in a different country can provide peace of mind and financial security to you or your loved ones in the future.

Increase Privacy and Anonymity for Account Holders
Sometimes, account holders prefer not to be publicly or closely tied to their bank accounts. This could be for reasons of privacy, or it might be for reasons of security. In certain unsafe or hostile environments, for example, wealthy individuals don’t feel safe disclosing their financial status. By keeping their assets in an offshore bank account, they can enjoy greater levels of anonymity and feel more secure as a result.

In other cases, businesses don’t want to disclose their board members or their investors. Banking offshore might mean that businesses can keep their records out of the public eye, protecting everyone involved and offering privacy to those who want or need it most.

Currency and Investment Opportunities Available Through Offshore Banks
Offshore banking is also a great option for those who want to maintain bank balances in more than one form of currency. For example, you might live in the United States for most of the year but vacation in Belize. While you’re in Belize for a few weeks or months out of the year, it could be inconvenient to convert U.S. Dollars into Belizean Dollars.

A better option might be to open an offshore private bank account in Belize and maintain a balance in the local currency. This cuts down on conversion costs, and it also makes it easier to determine your bank balance as it pertains to local spending. Finally, having an offshore bank account also allows you to explore new investment opportunities, some of which are only available in specific currencies.

Potentially Higher Interest Rates in Offshore Accounts
Offshore banking might also be advantageous because of higher interest rates. For those who want to store wealth in checking, savings, or lifestyle accounts, it is important to look at and compare interest rates from one bank to the next.

Domestically, interest rates tend not to vary much. From one country to the next, however, there is a significant range. If you want to increase the amount of interest you collect from storing your assets in a bank account, then it is wise to check out your offshore options. Many jurisdictions, including Belize, offer higher rates than you can expect in places like North America.

Choosing the Right Offshore Bank
While it is clear that offshore banking is an appealing option for a lot of people, it is important to recognize that not all offshore banks are the same. There is plenty of variety, and account holders should always explore their options before diving in.

There are two major factors to consider when choosing an offshore bank. First, it’s location, location, location. Where the bank is located will dictate everything from economic stability to liquidity rates, so it is a critical element. Then, look at the history and reputation of the bank itself.

With a greater understanding of offshore banking, you’ll be in a better position to choose the right bank and the right account for your needs. Award-winning Caye International Bank in Ambergris Caye, Belize, is a smart option for those who want stability, opportunity and favorable taxation rates for their holdings.

Contact Caye Bank today to find out more information about your offshore banking options.

About Caye International Bank:
Caye is the only International Bank headquartered on the beautiful island of Ambergris Caye in Belize, Central America. The bank offers a full range of traditional and non-traditional financial services and accounts in multiple currencies. An application for account opening is a simple process and can be facilitated online from anywhere in the world.

About author - Luigi Wewege:
Luigi is the Senior Vice President of Caye International Bank, published author of The Digital Banking Revolution, has co-authored economic research which was presented before the U.S. Congress and currently serves as an Instructor at the FinTech School as well as a Speaker at the Silicon Valley Innovation Centre. He holds an Italian MBA with a major in International Business, as well as a BSBA with a triple major in Finance, International Business, and Management - cum laude from the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

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