Global Corporate Citizenship Programme
The Sinclair Group is partnering with Cayman Enterprise City to offer Cayman Islands residency in 6-8 weeks, with no minimum stay, and no property purchase requirement, through the Global Corporate Citizenship Programme.
The slide deck below sets out more details, but here is a quick overview and summary of the Global Corporate Citizenship Programme and residency options in the Cayman Islands for expats;
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CAYMAN ISLANDS RESIDENCY OVERVIEW
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Work permit holders can apply for permanent residency after 8 years. ​
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Four standard options for residency for persons of independent means are detailed. ​
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Fastest and most cost-effective residency option is the Global Corporate Citizenship Programme. ​
GLOBAL CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP PROGRAMME
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Offers Cayman Islands residency within 6-8 weeks; property investment is optional.
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Requires incorporation of a Special Economic Zone Company (SEZCO) to operate in approved sectors . ​
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Provides access to tax benefits, including no corporate tax or income tax.
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CAYMAN ENTERPRISE CITY SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONES
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Three zones: Tech City, Commodities & Derivatives Centre, Maritime & Aviation City. ​
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Businesses can benefit from 100% foreign ownership and exemptions from import duties.
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Fast-track setup with renewable five-year residency certificates for employees and dependents. ​
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ONBOARDING TIMINGS
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Incorporation of SEZCO within 24 hours of compliance documentation. ​
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Estimated 6-7 weeks for licensing agreement and trade permit. ​
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Residency visas for family members granted within 1 week of trade permit. ​
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PRICING
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Sinclair Corporate Services fees total approximately US$4,000, with government fees around US$1,036.59.
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Total package for Cayman Enterprise City starts from US$15,500 per annum, including office facilities, business license and work permit including residency visas for applicant and their family. ​
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Residency visas granted to family members; no additional fees for dependents.
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No minimum stay requirement in the Cayman Islands.
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Banking available for companies and personal accounts with a Cayman address. ​
About Cayman Enterprise City
Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) consists of special economic zones created by the Cayman Islands Government. The CEC 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 utilising fully transparent benefits and incentivising concessions.
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 Foundation Companies and 100% foreign ownership of SEZ entities is permitted. CEC’s streamlined 6-8 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 Cayman Enterprise Companies 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%. Both custom-built offices and/or access to collaborative "hot desk" environments, are available.
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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, the Global Corporate Citiizenship Programme, advise you on the Special Economic Zones Act, and can assist you in setting up a company within the zone.
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For more information please contact:
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