Cayman Economic Substance Solutions

The International Tax Cooperation (Economic Substance Act) 2018 (the “ESA”) has introduced certain reporting and economic substance requirements for “relevant entities” conducting “relevant activities” in Cayman, including:

• Banking
• Insurance
• Fund management
• Finance and leasing
• Headquarters
• Shipping
• Holding business
• Intellectual property and distribution
• Service centre business

Waystone’s Approach

Initially, we will evaluate the entity and the scope of its operations to determine if it falls under ESA and, should that be the case, what it may need to do to comply. We will then devise the most effective course of action.

There is no ‘one size fits all’ solution for economic substance requirements which is why Waystone provides the full range of services, tailored specifically to the needs of your entity.

Assessment of Economic Substance

The assessment of economic substance will include careful consideration of what elements of Cayman Islands CIGA the entity is carrying out within the Cayman Islands and the level of income derived from the relevant activity being performed in the Cayman Islands. It is the level of income derived from the relevant activity that will ultimately determine the nature, scope, and extent of “adequate” operating expenditure, physical presence, and employees in the Cayman Islands.

Key Services

Our key Cayman Islands Economic Substance services include:

• A comprehensive suite of fund governance services, including professional independent directors, independent representatives, and corporate services
• Notification and reporting
• Certain banking, trading, and custody services
• Accounting services
• Administration and reception services
• Physical office space and equipment
• Full or part-time employees with the specific experience to assist with certain elements of CIGA, including detailed time sheets and payroll records.

If you need help complying with the ESA, contact our Cayman Solutions team.