VCT Top-Up Offers
Albion VCTs 2026/27 Top-Up Offers
Opens 7 September
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This is a prospectus advertisement issued by AlbionVC LLP. We recommend you read the Prospectus before making an investment to fully understand the potential risks and rewards involved. You may lose some or all of the amount you invest.
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The three Albion VCT top-up offers will be open for investment on 7 September.
How it works
The Albion VCTs are seeking to raise up to £40m with a possible £20m overallotment.
Investors can acquire new shares in all Albion VCTs or select to invest in any individual VCT.
If one VCT reaches full capacity, your investment will be spread equally across the remaining open VCTs unless you choose otherwise.
Please read the Prospectus to fully understand the key risks involved before deciding to invest.
Why Albion VCTs
- Access to a diversified portfolio of category-leading UK companies.
- Managed by an experienced team with 30 years of pattern recognition.
- Exposure to private companies driving the AI change, widely seen as the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
- VCT tax benefits plus potential for capital growth.
Why now
VCTs in today’s market
- UK dividend tax rates remain high, pension allowances are restricted for some investors, income tax thresholds are frozen until 2031, and from April 2027 unused pension wealth will be subject to inheritance tax. For investors who have already maximised their ISA and pension allowances, tax-efficient options are increasingly limited.
- VCTs offer access to a diversified portfolio of innovative, high-growth companies, alongside attractive tax benefits for those eligible.
- Recent rule changes have increased VCT investment limits, enabling VCTs to support businesses for longer as they scale.
AI: the 4th industrial revolution
AI is widely seen as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with the potential to transform industries, boost productivity and drive economic growth.
The UK is well placed to benefit, supported by world-class universities, a thriving tech ecosystem, strong entrepreneurial talent and a proven track record of building globally relevant AI businesses.
The Albion VCTs offer retail investors access to this growth potential as many of the most innovative AI companies begin life as private companies where early-stage investors can capture substantial value creation.
Is a VCT investment right for you?
- You must be able to hold the investment long-term. Any income tax relief claimed is repayable if the shares are sold within 5 years.
- To receive the full tax benefits available, you need to pay enough UK tax. Tax treatment depends on your individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future.
- You may lose some or all of the amount you invest. VCTs do not provide guaranteed income.
- VCT shares can be harder to sell than shares in larger public companies because the market is relatively small. VCT share buyback schemes support liquidity, but you may not be able to sell your shares immediately or at the price you would like.
- You may not be able to sell your shares at a price which reflects net asset value. Share buy back schemes operated by the Albion VCTs buy back at a discount to net asset value and are not guaranteed.
- Unlike bank deposits and some financial products, investments in VCTs are not protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
- AlbionVC does not provide financial or tax advice to investors. If you need help determining whether this investment meets your needs and objectives, you should speak to a qualified financial adviser. Investors in VCTs are not regulatory clients of AlbionVC LLP.
Offer Documents
Prospectus
Investor Guide
This brochure provides a highlight of the key information of the Albion VCTs Top-Up Offers 2026-27.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
You can apply for the Albion VCT Prospectus Top Up Offers 2026/27 via the online application link when it open on the 7th September. If you cannot access this, a paper application form is available to download from 7 September. Application notes, procedures, and a money laundering notice are also available. Please note that applications are processed on a first come, first served basis. We strongly recommend seeking professional financial advice before investing.
Payment must be made by bank transfer within two business days of submitting your application form. Cheques will not be accepted. Please transfer funds in the sole or joint name of the subscriber(s) using the following details:
- Account Name: City-Albion VCTs Jnt Offers-Segregated
- Sort Code: 80-22-60
- Account Number: 27429567
- Reference: Your initials and phone number (alphanumeric, no spaces)
Please note that some banks may display the account name as City Partnership (UK) Limited during the account verification check.
City Partnership will send an acknowledgement email confirming receipt, along with a payment reminder – this will be the only payment reminder issued. The email will also include a tracking link so investors and financial advisers can monitor the application status. To log in to the tracking system you will need:
- Your application reference (provided in the acknowledgement email)
- Your date of birth
- Your National Insurance or UTR number
Allotment letters and income tax certificates will be available for download via City Partnership’s online tracking service within 3 business days of allotment. Investors will receive an email notification once the documents are available to download. Hard copies will not be sent to investors.
To log in to the tracking service (https://city-ora.uk.com/offers/albn-2627/tracking) you will need:
- Your application reference number (starting “ALBN-2627-” and provided in your acknowledgement email)
- Your date of birth (YYYMMDD)
- Your National Insurance or UTR number as provided on your application form
City Partnership will issue share certificates by post within 10 business days of allotment. These documents are important and should be kept in a safe place, as significant fees may be charged for replacements.
Yes. You can provide your CREST details on the application form and any allotted Offer Shares will be credited directly to your CREST account.
Yes. You can specify on the application form which VCTs you wish to invest in, or split your investment across all open VCTs. If one VCT becomes fully subscribed, you can choose to have your funds returned or redirected to the remaining open VCTs.
The minimum aggregate investment across the Offers is £6,000, with a minimum of £2,000 per individual VCT selected. The maximum each VCT may raise is as follows:
| VCT | Offer Amount | Over-allotment Facility |
|---|---|---|
| Albion Enterprise VCT | £15m | £10m |
| Albion Crown VCT | £10m | |
| Albion Technology & General VCT | £15m | £10m |
Use of the over-allotment facility requires Board approval and is not guaranteed.
For application and administration queries please contact City Partnership on 01484 240 910 (Monday–Friday, 9am–5.30pm, excluding English public holidays) or at albionvcts@city.uk.com. For other queries, financial intermediaries can contact the Albion Business Development Team using sales@albion.vc.
