Certificate of Permanent Residence for Persons of Independent Means

Certificate of Permanent Residence for Persons of Independent Means is a residence route in Cayman Islands (Investitor / golden visa). Invest ≥CI$2m in developed real estate (R42). Fees CI$500 application + CI$100,000 issue + CI$1,000 per dependant. Proof of means, health insurance, clean record. Right to work only by later variation.

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

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 1'920'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after acum years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.

How holders are taxed

No personal income, dividend, capital-gains or wealth tax; stamp duty on property purchase.

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.

Categorie	Investitor / golden visa
Investiție	CHF 1'920'000
Taxe (familie)	CHF 98'400
Venit / an	—
Active	—
Ședere min.	—
RP	acum
Cetățenie	5
Muncă	no
Eligibil	all
Impozit	No personal income, dividend, capital-gains or wealth tax; stamp duty on property purchase.
La data de	2026-10

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