Luxembourg fund structures for institutional investment platforms.
Last Updated: April 2026
Luxembourg is one of the world's premier fund domiciles, offering political stability, a robust regulatory framework, and a comprehensive toolbox of fund structures.
Start your Luxembourg fundLuxembourg fund formation is the process of establishing an investment fund under the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). Luxembourg is Europe's leading fund domicile with over EUR 5 trillion in assets under management, offering RAIF, SIF, Part II, and UCITS structures with AIFMD passport access across the EU. Setup takes 4-16 weeks depending on structure.
Luxembourg at a Glance
About the Jurisdiction
Luxembourg
Luxembourg is globally recognized as a premier fund domicile with one of the most diverse fund structuring regimes in the world.
Regulator
Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF)
Luxembourg offers one of the most diverse and sophisticated fund structuring regimes in the world, supporting both retail and alternative investment strategies.
Type of Fund
Common Luxembourg fund types supported by Unefund
RAIF
Reserved Alternative Investment Fund- •Indirect supervision via authorized external AIFM
- •Extremely fast time-to-market (weeks)
- •Suitable for all asset classes
- •Subject to 0.01% annual subscription tax
SIF
Specialised Investment Fund- •Directly regulated and approved by CSSF
- •Flexible investment scope
- •Minimum investment EUR 125,000
- •For well-informed investors
SICAR
Investment Company in Risk Capital- •Directly regulated by CSSF
- •Must invest in Risk Capital
- •No diversification limits
- •Income from Risk Capital generally exempt
Part II UCI
Retail-Plus Alternative- •Heavily regulated and CSSF approved
- •Allows alternative strategies for retail
- •More flexible than UCITS
- •Commonly used for ELTIF strategies
UCITS
Global Retail Standard- •Maximum regulatory supervision
- •Restricted to liquid transferable assets
- •EU passporting enabled
- •Global benchmark for retail funds
Our Approach
Structure is not a form. It is a system.
Unefund does not treat Luxembourg funds as standalone legal entities. Each structure is designed to ensure the fund operates as part of a coherent institutional platform.
Important Note
Luxembourg structures offer institutional credibility and European market access. That flexibility requires disciplined governance and operational design.
Unefund's role is to ensure flexibility remains institutional.
Your Journey
From vision to launch
Initial discussion and alignment on objectives and strategy.
Why Unefund
A single orchestration layer for your Luxembourg fund.
Single Coordination
One point of contact for your entire fund setup and operations.
Integrated Support
Fund setup and operational support working seamlessly together.
Regulatory Alignment
Strong compliance frameworks built into every structure.
Multi-Jurisdictional
Expertise across Luxembourg, Cayman, BVI, Mauritius, Bermuda, UAE, and more.
Asset Class Experience
PE, VC, Hedge, Credit, and Real Estate fund structures.
Technology-Enabled
Modern reporting and portal access for full transparency.
Transparent pricing — Cost-effective and predictable, with no hidden fees.
Why Luxembourg
Benefits of the Luxembourg jurisdiction
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Approximately 8–16 weeks, depending on regulatory approvals and documentation readiness.
The Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF).
No. Unefund acts as the central coordination point with all key service providers.
We follow a transparent and all-inclusive pricing structure with no hidden or unexpected charges.
Yes. Local governance and decision-making presence is required, including board members and regulated service providers in Luxembourg.
Typical documentation includes: Incorporation documents; Constitutional documents (Articles of Association / LPA); Offering documents (PPM, Subscription Agreement, Risk Disclosures); Management and governance documents; AML and compliance policies; Service provider agreements (Administrator, Depositary, Auditor, Legal Counsel).
Design your Luxembourg fund structure with institutional clarity.
Structured. Integrated. Accountable.
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