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ARTICLE · 10 JANUARY 2018

Real Estate 2018 (Cayman Islands)

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To what extent is domicile or habitual residence relevant in determining liability to taxation in your jurisdiction? There is no direct taxation in the Cayman Islands.

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1.1 To what extent is domicile or habitual residence relevant in determining liability to taxation in your jurisdiction?

There is no direct taxation in the Cayman Islands.

1.2 If domicile or habitual residence is relevant, how is it defined for taxation purposes?

See the answer to question 1.1.

1.3 To what extent is residence relevant in determining liability to taxation in your jurisdiction?

There is no direct taxation in the Cayman Islands.

1.4 If residence is relevant, how is it defined for taxation purposes?

See question 1.3 above.

1.5 To what extent is nationality relevant in determining liability to taxation in your jurisdiction?

There is no direct taxation in the Cayman Islands.

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