ArticleCayman Islands Regulatory Round Up - Winter 2025/26This Round Up provides a concise yet thorough summary of regulatory developments relevant to financial service providers (FSPs) and other stakeholders in the Cayman IslandsCayman IslandsFinance and BankingAppleby
ArticleGovernment Discusses Banking Requirements For CharitiesGeneral Registry and the Ministry of Financial Services have met with local banks to address concerns surrounding banking requirements for charitable organisations, specifically in relation to the opening of bank accounts by non-profit organisations. Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawCayman Islands Government
ArticleCayman Islands Exempted CompaniesA Cayman Islands exempted company limited by shares is a flexible and versatile vehicle that is quick to set up and easy to maintain.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawMourant
ArticleImportant Changes To Cayman Islands Regulations And Compliance For Investment FundsThe changes that have been made to the Cayman Islands anti-money laundering regime are to bring Cayman in line with international best practice and are a welcome update to the financial services landscape in Cayman.Cayman IslandsGovernment, Public SectorHarneys
ArticleCayman Islands Update: COVID-19 Measures And Beneficial OwnershipAn update on certain measures of particular relevance to the financial services industry adopted by the Cayman Islands Government in response to COVID-19.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawMaples Group
ArticleCayman Islands Corporate And Finance Update Q2 2024Our corporate team outline the latest developments within the corporate and finance market in Cayman including the amendments to the Beneficial Ownership Regime, winding up Cayman segregated portfolio companies...Cayman IslandsFinance and BankingCarey Olsen
ArticleCommon Reporting Standard ("CRS") – Government Issued Industry AdvisoryThe industry advisory contains a link to the TIA's list of CRS participating jurisdictions which now numbers 96. Cayman IslandsTaxCampbells
ArticleThe Cayman Islands Prepares For The Introduction Of LLCsAfter much anticipation in the market, we are delighted to report that the Limited Liability Companies Bill 2015 has been Gazetted in the Cayman Islands today and is expected to become law very early next year.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers
ArticleStriking The Right Balance – Responding To Global Regulatory ChallengesIn the wake of the global financial crisis, an unprecedented wave of regulation has swept through the financial services industry, impacting market participants at every level.Cayman IslandsFinance and BankingCayman Finance
ArticleCayman Islands Observe World Intellectual Property DayThe Cayman Islands joins the global community in celebrating World Intellectual Property Day (WIPD) recognised annually on 26 April. The day is dedicated to recognising the vital role of IP in driving creativity, innovation, and economic growth. Cayman IslandsLaw Department PerformanceCayman Islands Government
ArticleMinister: ‘Critical Errors' In Oxfam ReportMinister of Financial Services Wayne Panton encouraged the public to notice the critical errors made by Oxfam in developing a list of 'tax havens' for their 'Tax Battles: The Dangerous Global Race to the Bottom on Corporate Tax' report. Cayman IslandsWealth ManagementCayman Islands Government
ArticleFinancial Services Minister Holds Meetings In LondonDuring her first visit to London as Minister of Financial Services, the Hon. Tara Rivers discussed three key subjects – Brexit, beneficial ownership, and the EU screening process regarding...Cayman IslandsFinance and BankingCayman Islands Government
ArticleCayman Islands Master Funds – Extension Of Registration Deadline To 21 May 2012The Cayman Islands Government announced on 20 March 2012 that the deadline for the registration of ‘master funds' has been extended by 60 days to 21 May 2012. Cayman IslandsWealth ManagementAppleby
ArticleCaymanian Compass Online Poll: Cayman Should Reject FATCAAlmost 58% of voters in a recent poll suggested Cayman should reject FATCA. Don’t get me wrong, my stomach says the same, but I’m going to try to explain why we cannot.Cayman IslandsTaxCayman Finance
ArticleFor The First Time, Cayman's Financial Services Minister Publicly Debates Tax Subcommittee Members Of EU ParliamentMEPs expressed their gratitude for Minister's appearance before the FISC committee.Cayman IslandsFinance and BankingCayman Islands Government
ArticleApply now for DoE Summer InternshipsThe application deadline is Thursday, 30 March and internships will be offered in July and August. Cayman IslandsEnvironmentCayman Islands Government
ArticleDCI Closes For Staff Function (March 2023)DCI Closes for Staff Function.Cayman IslandsFinance and BankingCayman Islands Government
ArticleCayman Islands Economy: A SnapshotThe Cayman Islands economy has continued to grow at a steady pace since its economic recovery began in 2011. Cayman IslandsWealth ManagementCayman Finance
ArticleCayman To Be Removed From EU AML List In FebruaryThe European Union has published a revised list of high-risk countries for anti-money laundering (AML) purposes in its Official Journal on 18 Jan 2024.European UnionFinance and BankingCayman Finance