Frequently Asked Questions
How may I obtain a prospectus for the Funds?
We will be happy to provide you with a prospectus. However, it may be outdated because closed-end funds issue original but not annual prospectuses. Subsequent prospectuses are issued only when the funds are issuing additional shares.
Can you electronically send me press releases, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports on the Funds?
Yes, we will be happy to email you a copy of the report you need. You can request a report by completing the Customer Inquiry Form on this website.
Is it possible to obtain the total amount of income, capital gains, and return of capital paid in the current tax year for tax purposes?
The tax information for the current tax year is available in early February of the following year. If you require this tax information, please contact Investor Relations and a representative will send it to you.
Is there a minimum investment or holding period?
No, you can sell your shares whenever you wish.
How do I change my mailing address?
If your shares are held in the name of a brokerage firm, you must notify the firm to change your address. If shares are in certificate form or participating in a Dividend Reinvestment Plan through the transfer agent, you must notify CIBC Mellon to have the address changed.
If I lose my stock certificate, how do I replace it?
Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Investment Company Limited is the only fund that issues physical certificates. If your certificates have been lost, you must contact the transfer agent, CIBC Mellon, directly.
How do I have my distributions automatically deposited into my bank account?
This service is not yet available.
How do I participate in the DRIP (Distribution Reinvestment Plan)?
The DRIP is not available for Aberdeen SCOTS Trust and the Aberdeen G7 Trust. If you are an investor in Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Investment Company Limited and your shares are held in the name of a brokerage firm, bank or other nominee, you should contact your nominee to see if it will participate in the DRIP on your behalf. If not, simply request that they send you shares in certificate form and you can participate directly through the transfer agent and registrar, CIBC Mellon.
Is there a commission for the DRIP/Cash Purchase Plan? If so, how much?
There is a small commission charged for shares purchased on the open market. For shares purchased through the cash purchase plan and shares purchased through the Dividend Reinvestment Plan, a brokerage commission of 5 cents per share is charged.
How do I stop the Auto DRIP?
If your shares are held in the name of a brokerage firm, you must notify the firm to cease the Automatic DRIP. If shares are in certificate form or held at the transfer agent, CIBC Mellon, you must notify them directly.