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Vermont

Vermont is the largest captive domicile in the US and the third-largest in the world, pioneering the industry since 1981. The 1981 Special Insurers Act gave parents the freedom to operate without proving insurance unavailability in the traditional market. Recent 2021 amendments have further streamlined formation by allowing capital to be contributed after licensure rather than before.

Quick Facts

Jurisdiction
Onshore (USA)
Legislation
Special Insurers Act of 1981
Tax Environment
Largest US captive domicile; mature tax structure
Contact
Christine Brown, Deputy Commissioner, Captive Insurance Division
christine.brown@vermont.gov
Financial Requirements

Minimum Capital & Surplus

Structure Type Minimum Capital
Pure / Branch $250,000
Sponsored $100,000
RRG $1,000,000
Association / Agency $500,000
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Regulatory Framework

Special Insurers Act of 1981

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Tax Environment

Largest US captive domicile; mature tax structure

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