Why Cayman Enterprise City — and Why Work With Us
As a proud partner of Cayman Enterprise City (CEC), Sinclairs
supports entrepreneurs and business owners seeking not
only an efficient offshore business setup, but also a streamlined
pathway to Cayman residency. Through CEC’s Global Corporate
Citizen Programme, individuals can establish a genuine physical
presence in the Cayman Islands without any capital investment
beyond the standard CEC setup costs. Participants benefit from
fast-tracked, renewable five-year work/residency visas, and may
become eligible to apply for permanent residency after eight years.
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Coupled with the Cayman Islands’ fully tax-neutral environment, featuring no corporate, income, capital gains, or property taxes. CEC offers an exceptionally attractive platform for global operators. Business owners retain 100% foreign ownership, gain access to modern office facilities and comprehensive relocation support, and join a vibrant professional community tailored for international growth. Through our partnership with CEC, Sinclairs provides seamless guidance throughout this process, helping clients build both a thriving business and a life in one of the world’s most secure and connected jurisdictions.
Launch Your Global Business Through Cayman Enterprise City
Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) was established by unanimous act of Parliament in 2011 and offers businesses in the internet and technology, science and innovation, digital media and marketing, commodities and derivatives trading (inclusive of virtual assets), and maritime and aviation the opportunity to efficiently operate from a tax-neutral (no taxation on corporate profits, capital gains, or personal income), first-world jurisdiction by leveraging a slate of fully transparent benefits and incentivising concessions that are uniquely underpinned by a sound legislative and regulatory foundation.
Substance & Speed Combined
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Companies within CEC become Special Economic Zone Companies (SEZCos) and operate with the most robust form of Cayman Islands economic substance, being a genuine physical presence. SEZ entities may also be LLCs, partnerships, and Foundation Companies and 100% foreign ownership of SEZ entities is permitted. CEC’s streamlined 4–6 week onboarding process, supported by a dedicated global mobility team, includes fast-track licensing and renewable five-year work/residency visas processed in just five days.
Fully Serviced Workspaces
Inclusive of enterprise-grade connectivity and robust IT infrastructure, CEC’s turn-key fully serviced workspaces are designed to help you launch, scale, and grow without delay. With a 100% exemption from import duties, bundled services and cost-saving efficiencies reduce setup and operational expenses significantly, typically by more than 40%. Whether you need custom-built offices and/or access to collaborative environments, they’ve got you covered.
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A Thriving Global Community
CEC hosts over 425 innovative companies in its purpose-built serviced office locations, supported by 150+ curated events annually, from causal networking meetups to more formal panel discussions led by industry experts. Through a structured entrepreneurship ecosystem with ideate, incubate, and accelerate stage programmes supported by experienced mentors, subject matter experts, and societies of founders and angel investors, the opportunities to get involved in the community are endless.
Unmatched Long-Term Security
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Governed by a dedicated Cayman Islands Government Authority and subject to the SEZ Act and its Regulations, CEC offers businesses something rare in today's world: transparency and certainty. And the growth-focused incentivising economic concessions available within CEC, including important team-building exemptions contained in the Immigration Act, are guaranteed until 2061.
CEC is more than a business location, it's a launchpad for transformative growth where global companies can plan, scale, and innovate with confidence.
Discover more about Cayman’s Special Economic Zone HERE.
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What Are My Next Steps?
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The Sinclair Group can answer your questions on Cayman Enterprise City, advise you on the Special Economic Zones Act, and can assist you in setting up a company within the zone.
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