Offshore jurisdictions are international financial centers located outside one's home country that provide favorable services to non-residents. These can be offshore countries or specific offshore zones (regions) where non-residents can do business, benefit from low tax rates or tax exemptions, and access international markets. Each offshore jurisdiction offers a specific set of advantages, such as confidentiality or attractive financial services. For individuals, the main benefits of choosing offshore jurisdictions include lower taxes, business legality, and asset protection.