Set Up Your Cayman Islands Company From Anywhere

Cayman Exempted Companies are designed for offshore activities and offer: 100% foreign ownership, No local taxes (income, capital gains, or withholding), Privacy—no public disclosure of directors or shareholders, Flexible company structures, Minimal reporting and accounting obligations. These features make them ideal for holding companies, investment vehicles, and international trade.

Your company name must be unique and end with a suffix like "Limited," "Incorporated," or "Corporation." It cannot contain restricted terms like "Bank," "Trust," or "Royal" without special approval. We help you check and reserve the name with the General Registry.

You'll need: At least one shareholder and one director (can be the same person, no residency requirement), A registered office and agent in the Cayman Islands, KYC documents for all beneficial owners and officers, A business purpose (general or specific). There is no minimum capital requirement, and bearer shares are not allowed.

The government incorporation fee depends on the company's authorized share capital. Standard fee: USD 732 for companies with up to USD 50,000 in capital. Higher capital bands incur increased fees. Our packages include these fees for your convenience.

With all documents in order, the General Registry typically processes company formations within 1–2 business days. You'll receive digital documents shortly after approval.

You can conduct a company search via the Cayman Islands General Registry by submitting a formal request and paying a small fee. Basic company details can be obtained (e.g., status, registration number).

Cayman is a globally recognized offshore hub due to: Tax neutrality, No exchange controls, English common law foundation, Political and economic stability, Strong regulatory environment. It's preferred by multinationals, family offices, investment funds, and crypto projects.

An Exempted Company is more common for international holding, trading, and fund structures. A Cayman LLC is modeled after U.S. LLCs and preferred when flexible capital contributions and member-managed governance are needed. We can help assess which structure fits your business.

There is no local corporate tax in the Cayman Islands. No income tax, No capital gains tax, No withholding tax, No payroll or social security tax. Additionally, exempted companies can apply for a Tax Exemption Certificate, guaranteeing no local taxes for 20 years.

Each year, you must: Maintain a registered office and agent in Cayman, File an Annual Return confirming your company remains exempted, Pay the annual government renewal fee, Submit an Economic Substance Notification (if applicable). No audit or annual financial statements are required unless the company is regulated or otherwise obligated.

Annual government fees range from USD 854 to USD 3,560, depending on your authorized share capital. Most small companies pay USD 854. Our renewal packages cover these fees and compliance services.

No. There is no requirement to hold AGMs for exempted companies under Cayman Islands law, unless otherwise stated in the company's Articles of Association.

No. The Cayman General Registry does not maintain a public register of shareholders or directors for exempted companies. However, this information must be provided to your local registered agent and may be shared with authorities upon lawful request.

Licensing is required if your Cayman company engages in: Financial services (banking, investment funds, insurance, etc.), Virtual asset services (under VASP legislation), Trust or company management, Local business in the Cayman Islands. Air Corporate can advise you if your activities trigger any licensing obligations.

Yes—if your company conducts "Relevant Activities", such as: Fund management, Financing and leasing, Intellectual property business, Distribution and service centers. You may need to submit annual substance declarations and meet local presence thresholds. Companies conducting passive investment or holding are generally out of scope.