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Country: Cayman Islands Region:Caribbean Currency:Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD) Languages: English Time Zone: UTC-5 Phone Code: 1-345 Communications: Good Formation Cost:US$3,500 – US$4,500 Formation Time:3-5 business days Maintenance cost:US$2,500 – US$3,500 The Cayman Islands is one of the world’s leading international financial centres and is a politically stable jurisdiction thatoffers companies a tax neutral platform for mutual funds, private equity funds,holding structures, structured finance, insurance companies and listing vehicles. The Cayman Islands is also home to the world’s 50 largest banks and is the second largest offshore jurisdiction for captive insurance. Approximately eight out of ten of the world’s hedge funds...

2020

Country:                                United Arab Emirates (UAE) Region:                                   Middle East (EMEA) Currency:                              Dirham (AED) (DH) Languages:                Arabic, English Time Zone:                 UTC +4 Phone Code:              +971 Communications:      Good About Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah is one of seven emirates that form the UAE. The city of Ras Al Khaimah itself is located in the picturesque northern Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, just an hour’s drive from Dubai. The Emirate is also known as the ‘Rising Emirate’, having gained a reputation for its recent economic growth and emerging business opportunities. The Emirate is known for its...

2020

Country: Cayman Islands Region:Caribbean Currency:Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD) Languages: English Time Zone: UTC-5 Phone Code: 1-345 Communications: Good Formation Cost:US$3,500 – US$4,500 Formation Time:3-5 business days Maintenance cost:US$2,500 – US$3,500 The Cayman Islands is one of the world’s leading international financial centres and is a politically stable jurisdiction thatoffers companies a tax neutral platform for mutual funds, private equity funds,holding structures, structured finance, insurance companies and listing vehicles. The Cayman Islands is also home to the world’s 50 largest banks and is the second largest offshore jurisdiction for captive insurance. Approximately eight out of ten of the world’s hedge funds...

2020

Country:                               Dubai Region:                                 UAE - Middle East (EMEA) Currency:                              Dirham (AED) (DH) Languages:                           Arabic, English Time Zone:                            UTC +4 Phone Code:                          +9714 Communications:                  Good  Formation Cost:                    8000 - 14000...

FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT OVERVIEW - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2018

Article - Asia Outbound Company Formation and Funds Guide 2018 Introduction Country: Cayman Islands Region:Caribbean Currency:Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD) Languages: English Time Zone: UTC-5 Phone Code: 1-345 Communications: Good Formation Cost:3500-4500 USD$ Formation Time: 2-3 days Maintenance cost:2500-3500 USD$ The Cayman Islands is one of the world’s leading international financial centres and is a politically stable jurisdiction thatoffers companies a tax neutral platform for mutual funds, private equity funds,holding structures, structured finance, insurance companies and listing vehicles. The Cayman Islands is also home to the world’s 50 largest banks and is the second largest offshore jurisdiction for captive insurance. Approximately eight...

FUNDS & FUNDS SERVICES JURISDICTION 2014

1. What is the single most important advantage your jurisdiction provides for Chinese clients? Fiscal & Regulatory benefits of RAK offshore companies• 100% income tax exemption• 100% corporate tax exemption• 100% capital and profit repatriation• No capital gains tax• No value-added tax• No withholding tax• Absolute privacy, confidentiality and protection of assets and information• Ability to maintain bank accounts in the UAE• One director required, one shareholder and one secretary (even if they are the same person)• The ability to own property in the UAE • Annual Audit Report not required • Shareholder/director is not required to be physically present in the UAE...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2015

What are the key advantages of your jurisdiction in terms of privacy & asset protection for a Chinese HNWI or Family (etc.) looking to succeed their assets to the next generation? Whilst Cayman has adopted the English common law relating to trusts and fiduciaries, it has bespoke legislative adjustments which have been specifically designed with international trusts and clients in mind. For example, there are no taxes or registration fees for private trusts. If you do register your trust to receive a no tax guarantee, the register is not available to the public, thus maintaining privacy. Cayman also has specific...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2015

1. Industry research suggests that China will soon rank first in the world as a source of clients. Have you experienced an increase in demand for your company incorporation services from this region? The demand for incorporation of Cayman Islands exempted companies from Chinese clients continues to increase yearly. Chinese clients appreciate the flexibility, asset security, ease of operation, maintenance and control afforded by Cayman companies, as well as the highly competitive fees charged. Chinese clients also appreciate that Cayman offers a sophisticated business environment with a full range of services including banks, trust companies, lawyers, accountants, insurance managers, mutual fund managers and...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2014