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The UK’s Leading
SEIS Fund.

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The UK’s Leading SEIS Fund

Based on number of investments in tax year 2023/24, as found in Sifted.

Leverage the upside potential of investing in startups while also claiming significant tax relief benefits. Find out how you can join our multi-award winning SEIS Fund, EIS Fund, or Angel House.


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Invest with us to join thousands of savvy investors in our market-leading, tax-efficient funds. 

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WHAT WE DO

Investing today in the innovations of tomorrow

SFC is working with leading universities, spin-out organisations, accelerators, incubators and angel investors to back the UK's most exciting new innovations.

Our partnerships with the likes of Innovate UK and the British Business Bank put SFC at the centre of early-stage innovation.

SEIS Angel Fund

SFC operates the UK's leading SEIS Fund. We invest in 15-20 companies per fund to build diverse portfolios of high-potential innovative startups.

‘based on number of investments in tax year 2023/24, as found in Sifted

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Latest Close: 25th August –
All-Star EIS Fund

The All-Star EIS Fund is SFC's follow-on fund. We choose 10-15 of our best-performing portfolio companies to re-invest with.

‘based on number of investments in tax year 2023/24, as found in Sifted

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Latest Close: 25th August –
SFC Angel House

The Angel House operates alongside SFC's SEIS and EIS Funds, giving members the opportunity to invest with SFC as direct angel investors.

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Oliver Gaunt

Most Active Investor in This Space

I have been investing with SFC for over five years. In that time they continue to impress as they have transformed from an Angel network to a highly professional and diligent pre-seed / seed platform. SFC are the most active investor in this space in the UK and so allow me to gain access to an asset class where deal selection, portfolio construction and The Power Law are essential - something that SFC has continually improved on over the number of years they have been operating.

What Is SEIS?

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a UK government initiative to encourage investments in early-stage startups.

By investing in SEIS-qualifying companies, either directly or through SEIS Funds, individuals can benefit from significant tax relief incentives.

Expected Investment Performance
SEISCGT Tax Relief
SEISIncome Tax Relief
SEISNet Investment
SEISTotal Profit/Loss
NON-SEISNet Investment
NON-SEISTotal Profit/Loss
SEIS
NON-SEIS
  • Net Investment
  • Income Tax Relief
  • Total Profit
Investing in a company or a portfolio using SEIS can make you £0 better off than not using SEIS.
Investing in a company or a portfolio using EIS can make you £0 better off than not using EIS.
This is an indication based on current HMRC guidance. Tax rules can change and benefits depend on individual circumstances. The minimm holding period to retain the tax reliefs is three years and the investment must remain qualifying. This is a simplified explanation of complex rules: if in doubt, please seek specialist advice.

What Is SEIS?

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a UK government initiative to encourage investments in early-stage startups.

By investing in SEIS-qualifying companies, either directly or through SEIS Funds, individuals can benefit from significant tax relief incentives.

R.O.I. CALCULATOR  

What Is SEIS?

The Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a UK government initiative to encourage investments in early-stage startups.

By investing in SEIS-qualifying companies, either directly or through SEIS Funds, individuals can benefit from significant tax relief incentives.

ROI CALCULATOR  
Expected Investment Performance
    SEISCGT Tax Relief
    SEISIncome Tax Relief
    SEISNet Investment
    SEISTotal Profit/Loss
    NON-SEISNet Investment
    NON-SEISTotal Profit/Loss
    SEIS
    NON-SEIS
    • Net Investment
    • Income Tax Relief
    • Total Profit
    Investing in a company or a portfolio using SEIS can make you £0 better off than not using SEIS
    This is an indication based on current HMRC guidance. Tax rules can change and benefits depend on individual circumstances. The minimum holding period to retain the tax reliefs is three years and the investment must remain qualifying. This is a simplified explanation of complex rules: if in doubt, please seek specialist advice.

    Performance

    Backed by numerous UK investors and substantial funds, we support the success of over 400 early-stage businesses.

    2,000 +
    Investors
    £ 150 m+
    AUM
    400 +
    Portfolio Companies

    Awards

    We are proud recipients of numerous prestigious awards, and have been awarded as an SEIS Investment Manager for four consecutive years.
    2023 - Award Winner Logo - UKBAA - Most Active Investor in the Regions - White
    2023 - Award Winner Logo - EISA - Best SEIS Investment Manager - White
    2023 - Award Runner Up Logo - GIA - Best SEIS Investment Manager - White
    2023 - Award Winner Logo - EISA - EISA Impact Award - White
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    2021 - Award Winner Logo - EISA - Best SEIS Investment Manager - White
    2021 - Award Winner Logo - UKBAA - Most Active Investor in the Regions - White
    2020 - Award Winner Logo - GIA - Best SEIS Investment Manager - White
    2020 - Award Winner Logo - GIA - Best SEIS Investment Manager - White
    2020 - Award Logo x Highly Commended - EISA - Best SEIS Fund Manager - White
    2019 - Award Runner-up Logo - GIA - Best SEIS Investment Manager - White
    2018 - Award Finalist Logo - UKBAA - Early Stage Fund of the Year - White
    2017 - Award Winner Logo - EISA - Best Innovation, Newcomer or Rising Star in EIS-SEIS - White
    2017 - Award Winner Logo - GIA - Best Angel Syndicate - White
    2016 - Award Winner Logo - UKBAA - Best Angel Syndicate - White

    Where SFC Invests

    115
    B2B software
    54
    Fin Tech
    41
    Med Tech
    35
    B2C Tech
    46
    Green
    46
    Consumer
    Products
    30
    Hardware
    & Robotics
    10
    Other

    Where SFC Invests

    115
    B2B software
    54
    FinTech
    41
    MedTech
    35
    B2C Tech
    46
    Green
    46
    Consumer Products
    30
    Hardware & Robotics
    10
    Other

    DISCLAIMER:
    SFC Capital Ltd (SFC) is an appointed representative of SFC Capital Partners Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (‘FCA’) in the United Kingdom (FRN 736284). This website is intended for professional investors only; any reproduction of this information, in whole, or part, is prohibited. The content is for information purposes only and should not be used or considered as an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities.

    Investment in early-stage companies involves risks such as illiquidity, lack of dividends, loss of investment and dilution. Investment in SEIS/EIS eligible companies should be considered as part of a diversified portfolio. The availability of tax relief depends on individual circumstances and may change in the future. The availability of tax relief depends on the company invested in maintaining its SEIS/EIS qualifying status. There is no assurance that the investment objectives of any investment opportunity will be achieved or that the strategies and methods described herein will be successful. The investment products cited herein may place capital at risk and therefore investors may not get back the full amount invested. Past performance is not necessarily a guide to future performance and the value of an investment may go down as well as up. Investors may not get back the full amount invested. Companies’ pitches for investment are not offers to the public and investments can only be made by members of SFC Capital. SFC Capital takes no responsibility for this information or for any recommendations or opinions made by the companies. Neither SFC Capital nor any of its employees provide any financial or tax advice in relation to the investments and investors are recommended to seek independent financial and tax advice before committing. This website is not directed at or intended for publication or distribution to any person (natural or legal) in any jurisdiction where doing so would result in contravention of any applicable laws or regulations. No warranties or representations of any kind are expressed or implied herein. This material is confidential and is the property of SFC Capital.

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