IWS Ltd

Independent boutique Life insurance Broker Across Liechtenstein and Switzerland

IWS Ltd is a boutique, cross-border consulting and brokerage firm specialising in Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) and Private Placement Variable Annuities (PPVA) for high-net-worth individuals, families, and fiduciary advisors.

With its main operations based in Liechtenstein and additional presence in Switzerland, IWS Ltd offers insurance-based wealth planning structures that combine long-term tax efficiency, asset protection, and international portability.

The firm remains fully independent, allowing clients to access multiple carriers, jurisdictions, and investment platforms without product bias. Through this open model, IWS helps advisors create fully customised solutions that are transparent, compliant, and built to support multi-generational wealth strategies.

Company Snapshot

Name: IWS Ltd
Primary Base: Liechtenstein
Swiss Presence: Yes – Member of a FINMA-recognized Swiss Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO)
Founded: 2010
Regulatory Status:
- Operates via Liechtenstein with licensed insurance partners
- Swiss operations are supervised under the SRO framework
Minimum Investment: Typically €1,000,000+; certain solutions from $500,000
Client Focus:
- International HNWIs and families
- Cross-border wealth planners and trustees
- U.S.-linked clients (PPVA)
Core Services:
- PPLI policy design & brokerage
- PPVA structuring for tax optimisation
- Custodian and asset manager integration
Assets Structured: Approx. $1.0 billion (as of March 2024)

Team Size: 28 professionals (as of March 2024)

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Why Choose IWS Ltd?

We recommend IWS Ltd for clients requiring neutral, independent advisory services in the PPLI/PPVA space. Their ability to operate across Liechtenstein and Switzerland, while remaining free from carrier affiliations, makes them uniquely suited to serve clients with complex or multi-jurisdictional planning needs.

Key advantages include:

True independence from insurers and custodians
Deep expertise in Liechtenstein and Swiss structuring laws
Responsive, multi-lingual team of senior consultants
Strong track record with U.S. clients and tax-advised structures
Clear disclosures on regulatory status and service scope

Ideal Client Profiles

Minimum Investable Assets: €1 million (some offerings from $500,000)
Client Types:
- International entrepreneurs
- Multi-jurisdictional families
- U.S. taxpayers seeking tax-compliant wrappers
- Professional trustees and wealth managers

Typical Planning Goals:

Wealth transfer and succession
Confidential but compliant structuring
Tax deferral and asset shielding
Long-term legacy and estate equalization

Jurisdiction & Custodian Support

IWS Ltd structures and supports insurance policies compatible with custodians across:

Switzerland: Zurich, Geneva
Liechtenstein: Insurance issuance and legal base
Luxembourg: For specific carrier integrations
United States: PPVA-approved platforms
Asia: Singapore-based private banks

IWS Ltd offers a rare blend of independence, regulatory clarity, and technical depth in the private placement insurance space. Whether you’re planning across continents or addressing U.S. tax considerations, their Liechtenstein-Swiss platform provides an efficient and secure framework for long-term wealth preservation.

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