Cardif Lux Vie by BNP
A high-end Luxembourg life insurance contract combining the financial strength of BNP Paribas with the advantages of the Luxembourg investor protection regime, offering flexibility, security and a broad investment universe.
€250,000
Minimum investment
Eligible residents depending on the jurisdiction
Eligible residents
Luxembourg life insurance
Contract type
EUR, USD, GBP, CHF
Currencies
Yes (general fund)
Euro fund
Yes (from €250,000)
FID / Dedicated Internal Funds
From €10,000
Partial surrenders
Contract overview
Cardif Lux Vie is a Luxembourg life insurance contract issued by BNP Paribas Cardif, designed for investors seeking a secure and flexible framework for long-term wealth structuring within the Luxembourg insurance system. The contract is governed by Luxembourg law and benefits from the country’s investor protection regime, including asset segregation, regulatory supervision by the CAA and the Luxembourg super privilege. Policyholders’ assets are held separately from the insurer’s own balance sheet, guaranteeing a high level of protection throughout the duration of the contract. Cardif Lux Vie provides access to a broad and diversified investment universe. Investors can allocate their assets to a euro general fund with guaranteed capital, external unit-linked funds managed by recognised asset management companies, collective internal funds, as well as Dedicated Internal Funds (FID) accessible from €250,000, allowing discretionary portfolio management in line with individual objectives. The contract offers a high degree of flexibility, with the possibility of making free additional payments, switching at any time, as well as partial or total surrenders under the conditions provided for in the contract. It is suitable for investors with an international profile and cross-border situations, subject to eligibility depending on the country of tax residence. The applicable taxation follows the policyholder’s country of tax residence, in accordance with the principle of tax neutrality. Death protection options may be offered as an option, depending on the chosen structure.

Philippe M.
French entrepreneur
With professionalism, transparency and great expertise, they clearly explained to me how life insurance in Luxembourg works and adapted the entire process to my personal situation. I felt perfectly taken care of from beginning to end.
Why work with us
We support you throughout the entire life cycle of your Cardif Lux Vie contract — from structuring and implementation to investment selection and long-term portfolio management. Our advisory approach is transparent, independent and adapted to complex international wealth situations.
Tailor-made structuring
Contract setup aligned with your objectives, residence and tax considerations.
Access to an open architecture
Extended access to funds, ETFs, discretionary management mandates, alternative assets and FID/FAS solutions.
Long-term partnership
Ongoing support with regular strategic adjustments as your situation evolves.
Cross-border expertise
Ideal for internationally mobile clients with multi-jurisdictional wealth planning needs.
We support you throughout the entire life cycle of your Cardif Lux Vie contract — from structuring and implementation to investment selection and long-term portfolio management.
Cardif Lux Vie offers one of the most comprehensive investment universes in Luxembourg, combining guaranteed assets, diversified external funds and tailor-made discretionary management solutions.
With guaranteed capital
General fund (EUR)
Capital protection with ratchet effect.
Diversified
External funds (unit-linked funds)
Access to equities, bonds, real estate and global multi-asset strategies.
Tailor-made (via FID)
Dedicated Internal Funds (FID)
Dedicated discretionary management from €250,000.
Key benefits
Large selection of investment funds
No obligation to make regular additional payments
Switches and reallocations at any time
Access to BNP Paribas FID/FAS discretionary management solutions
Principle of Luxembourg tax neutrality
Strong investor protection under Luxembourg law
Fees and operating conditions – Cardif Lux Vie (BNP Paribas Cardif)
Fee type | Conditions |
|---|---|
Entry fees | Up to 5% (negotiable) |
Management fees | Up to 1% (depending on the investment vehicles and the amount invested) |
Switching fees | 0.5%, capped at €800 |
Partial surrender fees | None |
Minimum initial payment | 250 000 € |
Additional payments | From €4,500 |
Minimum remaining balance | According to the contractual conditions |