Cayman Islands Citizenship by Investment

Cayman Islands Residency by Investment Programme

Cayman Islands Permanent Residence by Investment Programme

The Cayman Islands offer a permanent residency programme which also offers a path to eventual naturalisation and citizenship. The programme is attractive for investors seeking a tax efficient residence as the Cayman Islands have no corporation, income, capital gains, inheritance or sales taxes.

Applicants can qualify by making a minimum investment of $2.4 million into qualifying real estate.

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$2.4 million

Real Estate Option

Permanent Residency

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Real Estate Investment

Applicants can qualify for residency in the Cayman Islands under the real estate investment option. This requires a minimum investment of $2.4 million and just one day’s residency required each year. For eligible properties please contact our advisors.

Cayman Islands Citizenship by Investment

The Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory and therefore falls under UK sovereignty although it is not formally part of the UK. The programme is not a direct citizenship by investment programme as with other Caribbean programmes currently on the market. Citizenship is possible but requires a minimum of five years residency in the Cayman Islands. Citizens of the Cayman Islands are British Overseas Territories citizens and are eligible for a British passport.

Tax Residency certificate

The Cayman Islands residency programme is suitable for highly successful investors and entrepreneurs who live very international lives. In addition to Permanent Residency the Cayman Islands offers a Residency Certificate requiring just $1.2 million investment in real estate. A minimum 30 days residency is required.

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Cayman Islands Residency and Citizenship FAQ’s

How much do you need to invest in real estate for residency in the Cayman Islands?

There are two investment routes to qualify for residency in the Cayman Islands. One route will grant residency for 25 years through an investment of $1.2 million. The other will grant Permanent Residency through $2.4 million investment.

What are the restrictions and criteria for the Cayman Islands Residency by Investment programme?

There are certain restrictions and eligibility criteria for the Cayman Islands Residency by Investment program. Some of the restrictions and criteria include:

Proof of financial stability: Applicants must demonstrate that they have sufficient financial means to support themselves and any dependents without relying on the government or public funds.
Good character: Applicants must have a clear criminal record and pass a background check to demonstrate that they are of good character.
Health: Applicants must undergo a medical examination to ensure that they are free from communicable diseases that may pose a risk to public health.
Residency requirements: Applicants must agree to reside in the Cayman Islands for a specified period of time, typically a minimum of one month per year.

How do you gain citizenship in the Cayman Islands?

Citizenship in the Cayman Islands is determined by the British Nationality Act 1981, which applies to the island nation as a British Overseas Territory. To become a citizen of the Cayman Islands, you must first obtain British Overseas Territories citizenship, which can be acquired by birth, descent, registration, or naturalization. If you have lived in the Cayman Islands for a for a minimum of 5 years you may be eligible for citizenship by naturalization.