Cayman Islands Company Formation
The world's premier jurisdiction for investment funds, with over 13,000 registered funds and $7 trillion+ in assets under management. Beyond funds, the Cayman Islands offer 0% tax, a mature regulatory framework, and the gold-standard Exempted Company structure trusted by institutional investors globally.
Cayman Entity Types
The Cayman Islands offer several entity types tailored to different structuring needs, from simple holding companies to complex fund architectures.
| Structure | Cost | Timeline | Tax Rate | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exempted Company | USD 2,500 - 5,000 | 1-5 days | 0% | Holding, trading, IP, general offshore |
| Exempted Limited Partnership | USD 3,000+ | 1-5 days | 0% | PE funds, VC funds, real estate funds |
| Segregated Portfolio Company | USD 5,000+ | 1-2 weeks | 0% | Multi-strategy funds, insurance |
| LLC (Limited Liability Company) | USD 3,000+ | 1-5 days | 0% | JVs, holding structures, asset isolation |
| Foundation Company | USD 3,500+ | 1-2 weeks | 0% | Orphaned structures, DAO governance, philanthropy |
Cayman Banking
The Cayman Islands have a well-developed banking sector with major international banks present locally (Butterfield, CIBC FirstCaribbean, Scotiabank). For fund structures, prime brokerage and custodian relationships are typically established through global banks.
Hyperform facilitates banking introductions for Cayman entities, whether you need local banking, international multi-currency accounts, or fund administrator connections.
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The Cayman Islands are the world's second-largest domicile for investment funds, behind only the United States.
Cayman Residency
The Cayman Islands offer residency programs for investors and professionals, though they are primarily a corporate domicile rather than a personal relocation destination.
Residency by Investment
CI$2.4M+ real estate investment or CI$1.2M+ in approved developments for 25-year residency. Does not include right to work. Premium option for UHNW individuals.
Global Citizen Concierge
For remote workers employed outside the Cayman Islands. 2-year permit, minimum annual income of CI$100,000 for individuals. Allows living in Cayman while working remotely.
Work Permit
Employer-sponsored work permits for Cayman-based employees. Requires demonstrating the role cannot be filled locally. Tied to employer.
Cayman Regulatory Framework
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) oversees financial services regulation. For investment funds, the Securities Investment Business Act and Mutual Funds Act provide a comprehensive regulatory framework recognized globally.
Economic Substance requirements apply to Cayman entities carrying out relevant activities. Anti-Money Laundering regulations, Beneficial Ownership transparency, and CRS compliance are all enforced. The days of unregulated offshore are over.
Key Regulatory Facts
- 0% income tax, capital gains tax, withholding tax
- No VAT or sales tax
- Economic Substance Requirements (since 2019)
- CIMA regulation for financial services
- Beneficial Ownership register
- CRS and FATCA compliant
- Annual government fees vary by entity type
- No exchange controls
Why Form Through Hyperform in Cayman Islands
Guaranteed Banking
We do not charge for banking if we cannot deliver it. Your formation is not complete until your bank account is open and operational.
Published Pricing
No hidden fees. No surprises after you commit. Our pricing is fixed-fee and all-inclusive, published before you engage.
Multi-Jurisdiction
Cayman Islands is often part of a larger architecture. We structure across jurisdictions as one coherent engagement.
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Cayman Islands company?
Schedule a confidential discovery call. We will map your activities to the right structure and provide a fixed-fee proposal within 48 hours.