Compare jurisdictions side by side
See 2 or 3 jurisdictions side by side: all-in cost for year 1 and year 2, headline tax, audit, registers and time to form. Cayman Islands is a good fit for funds, listing vehicles, institutional holding. Nevis is a good fit for LLC with charging-order protection.
| Comparing2 jurisdictions |  Cayman |  Nevis |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | ||
| Year 1 all-in | CaymanUS$3,990 | NevisUS$1,390Lowest |
| From year 2 | CaymanUS$3,490 | NevisUS$1,000Lowest |
| 3-year cost (Starter) | CaymanUS$10,970 | NevisUS$3,390Lowest |
| Tax & reporting | ||
| Headline tax | Cayman0% localBest | NevisNon-resident: Nevis-source income only* |
| Annual audit | CaymanFunds only | NevisNoBest |
| Public register | CaymanMembers and BO not public; directors list open to inspection | NevisNot public |
| Setup | ||
| Type | CaymanOffshore | NevisOffshore |
| Entity | CaymanExempted Company | NevisLLC / Business Corporation |
| Minimum directors | Cayman1 | Nevis1 |
| Legal system | CaymanCommon | NevisCommon |
| Time to form | Cayman3–5 business days | Nevis2–4 days |
| Best for | CaymanFunds, listing vehicles, institutional holding | NevisLLC with charging-order protection |
A green tick marks the stronger value in a row. Prices include government fees and, for Singapore, the resident director a non-resident needs. Yearly costs the law requires but that we quote separately are named under the figure; rows with such costs show no tick. Headline tax rates are a summary; your specialist confirms how they apply to you before you pay.
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AI answers from OCC’s published prices & facts · no sign-upWhich one for your situation
You need a business bank account soon
Any of them can work. We introduce you and prepare the application; the bank decides.
You want a lower running cost
Nevis, from US$1,000 a year based on published year-2 prices.
You only hold shares or other assets
Cayman Islands. Your home country may still tax the income, so check that first (confirm with your specialist).
You need it fast
Nevis, typically 2–4 days after KYC approval.
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General guidance based on headline rules, not tax or legal advice. Your specialist confirms how tax residency, substance and banking apply to you before you pay.