Cayman Islands

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Affinity (Cayman) Limited provides a range of corporate services to our local and international clients across the private, corporate, and digital sectors.

The Cayman Islands is a recognised international financial centre, home to world-class trust, investment, insurance and banking firms. The jurisdiction also holds a leading reputation for private wealth and is renowned for its modern, innovative legislation which boasts a range of flexible legal vehicles.

In the Cayman Islands since 2020, our team has the knowledge and expertise on the jurisdiction’s regulatory environment and structures available to provide clients with an efficient solution.

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the jurisdiction

Key benefits

Stable legal, economic and political environment

Leading reputation as an offshore financial centre

Business-friendly legal system based on English common law

Robust regulation by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority

A wide array of robust, flexible legal structures available

High confidentiality and privacy

Attractive fiscal regime with 0% corporation tax, capital gains tax or income tax.

Diverse landscape of established industry

growing opportunities

robust frameworks

flexible vehicles

innovative landscape

Key industries

The Cayman Islands is recognised global financial hub, popular for fund management.

In recent years, it has developed a global reputation for fintech and has implemented robust regulation to regulate virtual currencies. Its home to many innovative blockchain and cryptocurrency business models.

The Cayman Islands has a strong maritime hub, offering clients attractive regimes and the prestigious Red Ensign flag to sail under, and is a renowned jurisdiction for private wealth planning, offering clients with strong protection and confidentiality.

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The Government

Rather than traditional support in the form of grants and subsidiaries like Malta, the Cayman Islands Government have focused on creating a competitive business environment. This includes structural advantages and tailored regimes to attract business in the jurisdiction.

There are a variety of flexible structures available including, holding companies, intellectual property entities, trust and private wealth structures, and various structured finance vehicles, all of which provide numerous benefits.

financial benefits

strong asset protection

flexible legislation

FAQ

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How do I set up a company in the Cayman Islands?

After an initial call with our team, we will provide you with a bespoke fee proposal which will include the necessary services to set up your company in the Cayman Islands. We will incorporate the company and facilitate opening a corporate bank account after we have on board you as a client.

How long does it take to set up a company in the Cayman Islands?

A Cayman Islands company can be incorporated within 5 days. We incorporate the company after we have on boarded you as a client and completed our due diligence.

What range of structures are available in the Cayman Islands?

• Exempted Companies
• Limited Liability Companies
• Partnerships and trusts
• Segregated Portfolio Companies

What is the most popular company structure in the Cayman Islands?

The Exempted Company is often the most favorable choice for clients as it is most appropriate for international business. It is most commonly used for holding companies, asset protection vehicles, IP holding and licensing entities, SPVs and investment funds. Its important to note that a Cayman Islands Exempted company is unable to conduct business in the Cayman Islands.

What are key benefits of a Cayman Islands Exempted Company?

The Cayman Islands Exempted Company provides clients with simplicity, tax neutrality and flexible corporate laws. The structure allows complete foreign ownership and offers high confidentiality, as shareholders and director details are not visible to the public.

What are the requirements of a Cayman Islands Exempted Company?

The company is required to have a minimum of 1 Director and 1 Shareholder, which can be individuals or corporate entities. It must also have a registered office in the Cayman Islands, which can be provided by a licensed Corporate Service Provider. There is no minimum share capital required and no requirement to file financial statements.

What is the corporate tax rate in the Cayman Islands?

The Cayman Islands is a tax-neutral jurisdiction, offering companies 0% tax, in addition to the absence of withholding taxes, inheritance tax and income tax.

What are the benefits of establishing a company in the Cayman Islands?

A key benefit of a Cayman Islands company includes no direct taxation, including no corporate or capital gains tax, withholding tax, estate or inheritance tax, making it ideal for international companies and private wealth planning. The jurisdiction also has a strong legal and regulatory framework, high privacy and confidentiality, minimal reporting, a range of flexible company structures and a leading reputation as in international offshore financial centre.

What types of business activities are well suited to the Cayman Islands?

• Asset protection and estate planning
• Family office and private investment vehicles
• Holding companies
• Digital asset and fintech ventures
• Intellectual property holding and licensing
• Trading and E-commerce business
• Investment funds and asset management

Our Cayman Islands office

Our Cayman leaders

Andy Morgan

Alex Gardner

Garry Crossan

Key benefits

Key industries

The Government

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