Cayman Island Offshore Company Registration - Business Setup
- Register your Company in Cayman Island in 4-5 days (upon validation of your identification documents)*
- Client confidentiality protection via secured systems.
- Your company and its application for a bank account, including eBanking and credit card. Opening by correspondence.
- A dedicated manager is available throughout the year to administer your company.
5 simple steps are needed to register an offshore company in the Cayman Island
Complete our application form - Cayman Island
Upload your documents
Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation.
Register your company successfully
Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully registered.
Process any additional services
Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.
Manage Your company via our client portal
Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.
Cayman Island Offshore Company Formation
Good to Know
Cayman Island companies are not subject to any form of direct taxation in the Cayman Islands. The Exempt Company may additionally benefit from a tax exemption certificate granted for a period up to 20 years as a safeguard against the local system of company taxation.
Main Characteristics of a Cayman Island Offshore Company
Company type
Limited Company registered under the Exempted status.
Governing corporate legislation
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority is the governing authority and companies are regulated under The Companies Law (2016 Revision).
Information published relating to company officers
There is no public register of company officers.
Accounting requirement
No auditing / reporting requirements.
However, under section 59 of the Companies Law, a company is required to keep books of account which give a true and correct view of its affairs, including, where applicable, material underlying documentation including contracts and invoices.
However, under section 59 of the Companies Law, a company is required to keep books of account which give a true and correct view of its affairs, including, where applicable, material underlying documentation including contracts and invoices.
Taxation
No local taxation however, companies which are not “tax resident” outside of the Cayman Islands and which conduct a Relevant Activity must meet substance requirements under Cayman’s Economic Substance Law or face important penalties.
Legislation
Modern offshore legislation.
Standard currency
US$
Time to form
The Cayman island has a fast and efficient registry: it takes about 2 to 3 working days to register a company (upon validation of your identification documents).
Stability
Stable jurisdiction with a very good reputation.
Communication
Efficient communication means.
Time zone
Convenient world time zone: GMT-5
Secretary required
No
Paid up capital requirement
No paid-up capital requirement. The standard share capital is USD 50,000 but can be amended to fit your requirements.
Renewal Date
Anniversary date of the company / Each Year
Basis of legal System
Under Common Law.
Minimum directors/shareholders
Minimum of 1 director/shareholder
Bearer shares
Bearer shares are not permitted.
Documents Required
for the Creation of a Cayman Island Company
Certification of a passport can be made by a notary, an attorney-at-law, a bank, a public officer, or in accordance with SFM indications. Kindly consult your dedicated account manager at SFM to obtain precise information.
of your passport (specific wording required), a certified copy of proof of domicile dated less than three months (specific wording required), a curriculum vitae, as well as last 3 months' bank statement. All in original.**
Cayman Island Offshore Company, ideal for:
Cayman Island Offshore Jurisdiction News
Spotlight On: The Cayman Islands
31 January 2023
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“No Further AML-CFT Measures Required for Cayman Islands” – New EU Report
24 June 2022
According to a recent report, the European Union is satisfied that no further measures will be required beyond those already made in their Cayman Islands action plan for the Financial Action Task Force[..]
Increase In Offshore Companies Seeking Safer Havens
25 February 2020
2019 was a volatile year – Hong Kong protests[..]
* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
Our Client Reviews
Our Testimonials Are Verified By Feefo, A Third Party Company
Overall Rating
96%
Customer satisfaction rate, testimonials verified by Feefo.com
27-Apr-2023
Excellent service with full support throughout the process, with quick and clear communication at all times.
Excellent service with full support throughout the process, with quick and clear communication at all times.
03-Apr-2023
Better feedback and better clarity of the requirements and timelines from the start
Better feedback and better clarity of the requirements and timelines from the start
08-Mar-2023
The progress of my new company was delayed more than I expected.
The progress of my new company was delayed more than I expected.
08-Mar-2023
Always on hand for help and assistance, and helped us no end in the process of incorporating our business, would be very happy to recommend to others.
Always on hand for help and assistance, and helped us no end in the process of incorporating our business, would be very happy to recommend to others.
04-Jan-2023
I have used SFM for company set up and also for company dissolution. I have found them to be efficient and courteous. Sometimes responses involving the local registration authorities have taken some time, but I surmise that this is attributable to the third party involved. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
I have used SFM for company set up and also for company dissolution. I have found them to be efficient and courteous. Sometimes responses involving the local registration authorities have taken some time, but I surmise that this is attributable to the third party involved. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
03-Nov-2022
Experienced professionals and very fast Excellent value for money.
Experienced professionals and very fast Excellent value for money.
The Cayman Islands also have a highly favourable business climate and stable political climate, making it a leading offshore financial center. It also offers a highly developed financial industry and a business-friendly legal framework.
With our streamlined company formation process, SFM can assist you in forming a company in the Cayman Islands. You can count on us to ensure that your business is in good standing with the authorities by renewing your company license and ensuring other compliance matters are handled properly.
We offer efficient company formation services that cover all aspects of the process, including company license renewal. Feel free to reach out to us for further information on this or to learn more about the cost of registering a company.
