Register Your Cayman Islands Exempted Company Effortlessly
A Cayman Islands Exempted Company provides global credibility and operational flexibility. Receive clear cost breakdowns, comprehensive compliance management, and dedicated corporate support—handled 100% remotely.
Understand Cayman Islands Exempted Company Structure
Formed under the Companies Act and updated through the 2024 Amendment (effective January 2026), the Cayman Exempted Company stands as the premier vehicle for international investment funds, holding structures, and cross-border transactions. This entity conducts business principally outside the Cayman Islands while benefiting from its robust legal framework.
Share Capital
Share capital structure and requirements for Cayman Islands exempted company.
Local Presence
Required local presence elements for Cayman Islands exempted company compliance.
Compliances to Keep in Mind
Annual filings and ongoing requirements to keep your Cayman exempted company compliant and active.
Annual Return
File annual return with the Cayman Islands Registrar of Companies confirming company particulars.
Economic Substance Notification
File economic substance notification and annual return if conducting relevant activities under ES Law.
Beneficial Ownership Filing
Maintain and update beneficial ownership information under the Beneficial Ownership Transparency Act.
Corporate Records
Maintain register of members, directors, and mortgages. Notify Registrar of changes within 30 days.
Registered Office
Maintain registered office in Cayman Islands at all times.
Is a Cayman Exempted Company Right for You?
Explore the Cayman exempted company configurations to identify the structure best suited to your international objectives.
Cayman Islands Exempted Company
The most widely utilized corporate vehicle in the Cayman Islands, offering exceptional flexibility and a sophisticated legal framework under the Companies Act.
Shareholders' liability is capped at the unpaid amount on their shares. The predominant structure for investment funds and holding companies.
Members commit to contribute a specified amount upon winding up rather than holding shares. Common for non-profit structures.
Single legal entity maintaining multiple segregated portfolios with ring-fenced assets and liabilities.
Advantages
Tax Neutrality Guarantee
May obtain a government undertaking guaranteeing tax exemption for up to 30 years.
Global Recognition
The Cayman Islands is a leading international financial center with well-established banking and legal infrastructure.
No Local Director Requirement
Directors may be of any nationality with no residency obligations.
Confidential Register
No requirement to make the register of members available for public inspection.
Considerations
Beneficial Ownership Registry
Must maintain a beneficial ownership register at the registered office under the BOT Act (effective 2025).
Higher Costs
Government fees and professional costs are higher than many other offshore jurisdictions.
Economic Substance
Certain activities require demonstrating adequate economic presence in the Cayman Islands.
No Local Trading
Exempted companies cannot conduct business with Cayman Islands residents.
Incorporate Your Cayman Company
The Cayman Islands provides a world-class corporate environment. Let us facilitate your company formation.
Transparent Pricing for Exempted Company Formation
All-inclusive packages covering registration, documentation, and first-year compliance for your Cayman Islands exempted company.
Basic Package
Premium Package
Enterprise Package
What You Need for a Cayman Exempted Company
Fulfill these criteria to incorporate your Cayman Islands Exempted Company.
Determine your authorized share capital
Standard: CI$50,000 (reduced fee tier)
No minimum paid-up capital is required. Authorized capital of CI$50,000 or less qualifies for reduced government fees. Shares may be issued in any currency with or without par value.
- No minimum paid-up capital
- Lower fees for CI$50,000 or less
- Any currency denomination permitted
- Bearer shares no longer issued
Appoint directors and shareholders
Minimum 1 director + 1 shareholder
At least one director and one shareholder are required. The same individual may serve in both capacities. There are no Cayman residency requirements, and corporate directors are permitted.
- One director minimum
- One shareholder minimum
- Same person for both roles allowed
- Corporate directors accepted
- BOT Act 2025 beneficial ownership filing required
Frequently Asked Questions
Key information about Cayman Islands Exempted Company formation and administration
Enterprise is designed for clients requiring services beyond standard incorporation: complex corporate structuring with multi-tier holdings or SPVs, nominee director and shareholder appointments for enhanced confidentiality, customized Memorandum and Articles tailored to specific governance needs, expedited priority handling, and multi-jurisdictional coordination when forming entities across several countries. Enterprise also includes ongoing ad-hoc advisory support for corporate matters.
No visit to the Cayman Islands is necessary. The complete incorporation process operates remotely through our service platform. We manage all submissions to the Registrar of Companies, with your corporate documentation delivered worldwide via express courier.
Every package includes complimentary Airwallex account opening for international payment capabilities. Premium clients gain dedicated support for Cayman banking and international financial institution applications, with assistance continuing until successful account establishment.
First-year registered office services are included with incorporation. Annual packages then address continued compliance including annual return filings, registered office renewal, Economic Substance requirements guidance, and corporate change assistance.
Yes, all Exempted Companies require a registered office within the Cayman Islands. This is provided through your incorporation package—a professional Grand Cayman address receiving official correspondence from the Registrar and regulatory authorities.
Complete winding-up services are available. We handle voluntary liquidation procedures including appointing liquidators, filing dissolution documents, settling obligations, deregistering from Economic Substance requirements, and completing formal strike-off.
The Cayman Islands hosts more hedge funds than any other jurisdiction globally. Its tax-neutral environment, sophisticated legal framework based on English common law, strong regulatory reputation, and extensive financial services infrastructure make it the preferred domicile for investment vehicles.
An Exempted Company requires minimum one director and one shareholder—the same individual may hold both positions. There are no residency or nationality restrictions. Corporate directors are permitted, though some banks prefer natural persons.
An Exempted Limited Partnership suits fund structures requiring pass-through tax treatment with general and limited partners. The Exempted Company is a corporate body with shareholders and directors, commonly used for holding structures, trading entities, and as general partners of partnerships.
No minimum share capital requirement exists. Companies may issue shares with or without par value. No par value shares are increasingly common, providing flexibility. Share capital is not disclosed publicly—only authorized share capital appears in filings.
Cayman Economic Substance rules require certain 'relevant entities' conducting 'relevant activities' to demonstrate adequate substance in Cayman—people, premises, and expenditure. Holding companies have reduced requirements. Pure equity holding companies typically satisfy requirements straightforwardly.
No statutory obligation requires a company secretary. However, having one is common practice in Cayman and often expected by banking institutions. The secretary maintains statutory registers and ensures ongoing compliance with Companies Law requirements.
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