Special Economic Zone Employment Certificate (Cayman Enterprise City)

Special Economic Zone Employment Certificate (Cayman Enterprise City) is a residence route in Cayman Islands (Entrepreneur). Set up a Special Economic Zone Company (SEZC) in an approved knowledge sector; no trade with local market; work only from zone premises. Salary guideline ~US$45k + US$7.5k/dependant (dividends may count). Package from ~US$15.5k/yr incl. office. Low confidence on fees.

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Cayman Islands

Residence permit (e.g. independent means / permanent residence) + home; no tax test

No income, gains or wealth tax; old country may still claim residence (no treaties)

Residence certificate: No TRC issued to individuals; rely on permit and home evidence

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

You need an annual income of about CHF 36'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 8 years.

How holders are taxed

No personal income or dividend tax; SEZC exempt from local ownership rules.

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Catégorie	Entrepreneur
Investissement	—
Frais (famille)	—
Revenu / an	CHF 36'000
Avoirs	—
Séjour min.	—
Résidence perm.	8
Citoyenneté	—
Travail	ownBusiness
Éligibles	all
Impôts	No personal income or dividend tax; SEZC exempt from local ownership rules.
État au	2026-10

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