As we step into the New Year, fund managers are facing a slew of regulatory updates and fee adjustments that are crucial for cross-border fund registrations.
At Zeidler Group, the firm has highlighted it is dedicated to keeping its clients well-informed through continuous updates to our Global Knowledge Hub (GKH), providing a comprehensive breakdown of the impending fee adjustments for 2025 in various jurisdictions.
In Croatia, the fee structure for marketing EEA UCITS has been overhauled. Starting in 2025, the periodic fee for UCITS will be set at EUR 1,500. For those managing additional sub-funds, the cost is EUR 390 for the second and each subsequent sub-fund, marking a notable change in the financial planning required for fund distribution in the region.
Moving to Czechia, there’s positive news for fund managers as the Czech regulator has eliminated notification and periodic fees for foreign UCITS and EEA AIFs marketed within the country from 2025 onwards. This decision significantly alleviates the financial and administrative strain previously faced by fund managers in Czechia, making it a more attractive market.
In Finland, the fee structure for both UCITS and AIFs has seen important revisions. Notably, there will be no registration fees charged for marketing UCITS in Finland from January 2025. However, the annual fees for AIFs marketed under Article 32 AIFMD have increased to EUR 1,320 per AIF, and for third-country AIFs under Article 42 AIFMD, the fees have been raised to EUR 3,050 per AIF.
Guernsey has updated its fees related to its private placement regime. From 2025, the Form EX Notification application fee for Exempt Non-Guernsey Schemes will be GBP 1,470, reflecting changes aimed at maintaining the jurisdiction’s competitive edge for private placements.
In Jersey, adjustments to the private placement fees will also take effect in 2025. The Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) has set the new fee for submitting an application for consent to circulate a prospectus at GBP 686.
Meanwhile, Malta has updated its fee schedule for AIF marketing under Article 32 AIFMD. From 2025, the annual fee per AIF has been revised to EUR 4,000, with additional fees of EUR 500 per sub-fund applicable up to the 15th sub-fund.
In Sweden, the fees for AIF marketing under Articles 36 and 42 AIFMD have also been revised. The fees are now set at SEK 25,500 for Article 36 AIFMD and SEK 18,000 for Article 42 AIFMD, indicating a shift in the cost structure for AIF marketing in the region.
These fee updates are critical for fund managers to understand as they navigate the complex landscape of 2025. By staying informed of these changes, fund managers can better budget for operational costs, align their compliance strategies with new regulations, and optimise their market entry and operational efficiency based on these cost considerations.
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