Looking for the best places to bank internationally?
The best banking jurisdiction depends on your profile, business model, currencies and payment needs. This video compares major international banking hubs and explains how to choose for security, access and long-term stability.
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So five is Puerto Rico. It's a relatively new banking jurisdiction, but there's lots of fintechs and crypto banks. It's especially good if you need access to the US dollar or if you're an international business. Four is Lithuania. It's one of Europe's fastest growing fintech hubs with access to euro payments as well as international currencies. If you're an international business looking for a quick and easy business bank account, Lithuania is a good jurisdiction for you. Number three is Liechtenstein and one of my personal favorites. If you're a crypto startup or a blockchain company, it's brilliant for you. And if you're an ultra high netw worth individual, there's lots of great banks in Liechtenstein who are looking to support you. Second is Singapore. It's Asia's financial hub. It gives you access to the Southeast Asian markets and Australia, as well as having European and US dollar payments. It has global credibility and really strong regulation around banking. But number one is Switzerland. It is the gold standard for banking with trust and stability and great regulation. Whether you're looking to bank privately or as a business, Switzerland is the best jurisdiction in the world for banking.
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