Why invest in the International Bond using a platform General Investment Account (GIA)?
Investing in our International Bond using a platform GIA provides access to additional investment opportunities. You and your clients can also enjoy platform and product benefits, accompanied by the adviser support and technical expertise of both partners.
Find out more information on the International Bond.
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How to invest in the International Bond using one of our platform partners
To apply you should read and sign the relevant adviser section in the International Bond application form, which sets out the terms that apply to the GIA as an investment option. Please follow our International Bond application instructions when submitting the business.
You should also complete the account opening process for the platform.
| Platform | |
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| 7IM | |
| Aegon | |
| AJ Bell | |
| Elevate | |
| Nucleus | |
| Parmenion |
Product charges for investing in the International Bond using a platform GIA
We offer a choice of charging structures as noted in the tables below, so you can select the one which best suits your client's needs. An initial product charge plus quarterly fee or a tiered product charge is available. Please note that the platform may also make a charge for the GIA.
The minimum investment in the Standard Life International Bond is £50,000.
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Initial charge and quarterly fee for bonds using a platform GIA
| Total International bond value | Initial Charge | Quarterly Fee |
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| £50,000 - £199,999 | 1.00% | £150 |
| £200,000 - £399,999 | 0.75% | £150 |
| £400,000 - £749,999 | 0.65% | £150 |
| £750,000 - £999,999 | 0.60% | £150 |
| > £1,000,000+ | on request | on request |
Yearly stepped product charge for bonds using a platform GIA
| Total International Bond Value | Tiered charge | |
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| £50,000 - £200,000 | 0.50% | |
| £200,000 - £400,000 | 0.30% | |
| £400,000 - £750,000 | 0.25% | |
| £750,000 - £1m | 0.20% | |
| > £1m - £2m | 0.15% | |
| > £2m - £3m | 0.12% |
Get in touch
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Request a call back
Whether you need a quote or have a question about the International Bond, our Business Development team is here to help.
Request a call back from a member of the team or visit our Business Development Team page to find your local contact.
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Technical support
Need help using the International Bond online service? Visit our TechVoice team for guidance, FAQs and technical briefings, available 24 hours a day.