Residency Certificate for Persons of Independent Means

Residency Certificate for Persons of Independent Means is a residence route in Cayman Islands (Bağımsız gelir). Grand Cayman: CI$1m investment (≥CI$500k developed real estate) + CI$120k/yr income or CI$400k local deposit. Sister Islands: CI$500k (≥CI$250k real estate) + CI$75k/yr. Fees CI$500 + CI$20k issue + CI$1k/dependant/yr. Health insurance, clean record.

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 480'000. You need an annual income of about CHF 72'000. You must spend about 30 days a year in the country to keep it. Spouse and children can usually be included.

How holders are taxed

No personal income, dividend, capital-gains or wealth tax; revenue via import duty (~22%) and fees.

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.

Kategori	Bağımsız gelir
Yatırım	CHF 480'000
Harçlar (aile)	CHF 21'600 + CHF 1'920 / yıl
Gelir / yıl	CHF 72'000
Varlıklar	—
Asg. kalış	30
Daimi oturum	—
Vatandaşlık	—
Çalışma	no
Uygunluk	all
Vergi	No personal income, dividend, capital-gains or wealth tax; revenue via import duty (~22%) and fees.
Tarih	2026-10

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