ARKA Legal & Corporate Services is based in the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas Territory located in the western Caribbean Sea. The Cayman Islands is a tax neutral jurisdiction whereby there are no direct taxes of any kind. …

Can I travel to Cayman Islands now?

Cayman Islands Not open to U.S. visitors. The Cayman Islands has laid out a plan for a phased reopening to tourism. Travelers will apply for entry via the Travel Cayman Portal and will be subject to quarantine. Quarantine requirements will be removed for all verified, fully vaccinated travelers beginning on Oct.

Can US citizens buy property in Grand Cayman?

Yes, foreigners can buy property in the Cayman Islands and the Government of the Cayman Islands welcomes investment from overseas buyers. Unlike some other destinations, there are no restrictions on foreign buyers acquiring real estate in the Cayman Islands and no annual property taxes.

Can anyone open a bank account in the Cayman Islands?

Non-residents can open bank accounts in Cayman without visiting the Islands (not all banks offer this service), but they must submit multiple certified documents to prove their identity, a current overseas address, the source of funds and bank references.

The Cayman Islands, initially administered as a dependency of Jamaica, became an independent colony in 1959; they now are a self-governing British Overseas Territory.

Can a US citizen live in Grand Cayman?

So, how can I move to the Cayman Islands? Foreign nationals looking to move to the Cayman Islands need to apply for a student visa (which is valid for the duration of their course), a work permit or a residence permit.

Are Americans welcome in Cayman Islands?

Are the Cayman Islands open to American tourists? Starting October 2020, the Cayman Islands’ government has allowed some American tourists to visit the island country.

Why is Cayman Island a tax haven?

The Caymans have become a popular tax haven among the American elite and large multinational corporations because there is no corporate or income tax on money earned outside of its territory. Instead of taxes, offshore corporations pay an annual licensing fee directly to the government.

How to become a resident of the Cayman Islands?

1 An individual aged over 18 who is the child or grandchild of a Caymanian born in the Cayman Islands, 2 An individual who has become a British Overseas Territories Citizen by Naturalization, 3 A person who is married to a Caymanian, 4 A person who is the surviving spouse of a Caymanian.

How to file taxes in the Cayman Islands?

CAYMAN ISLANDS GUIDANCE NOTES ON THE INTERNATIONAL TAX COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS OF THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CAYMAN ISLANDS AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE UNITED KINGDOM Version 2.1

Do you need health insurance in the Cayman Islands?

Health insurance is required by law for all residents of the Cayman Islands. For retirees arriving in Cayman over the age of 55 there are very few options available to you. All the insurance companies offer the SHIC plan (Standard Health Insurance Contract). It is a set fee regardless of your age and the annual premium does not go up each year.

What are the advantages of living in the Cayman Islands?

There are many advantages to becoming a resident of the Cayman Islands. You can reside in the Cayman Islands legally, in some cases with the right to work and conduct business. You can enjoy tax benefits such as no inheritance tax, no income tax, no property tax and no capital gains tax.