Cayman Tech City

Set up your Internet, Media, Technology, Web3, AI, Blockchain, FinTech, MedTech/BioTech, or Media/Marketing Company in Cayman.

Cayman's Largest Tech Hub & Ecosystem

Cayman Tech City, also known as Technology City Cayman Islands, is a special economic zone by Cayman Enterprise City, located in Grand Cayman, just one hour’s flight from Miami. Our vibrant community of innovative companies and entrepreneurs from across the globe has rapidly grown into a significant tech cluster, which houses some of the world’s leading Web3, AI and FinTech companies.

Cayman Tech City is home to the largest innovation ecosystem in the region and paves the way for early stage start-ups, growth stage start-ups, unicorns and big Tech firms to accelerate success.

Cayman Tech City Benefits include

100% foreign ownership permitted
Well-regulated and globally recognised free zone
Secure, Efficient and Reliable IT Infrastructure (Learn More)
No local corporate, income, sales capital gains or payroll tax
100% exemption from import duties
Fast, efficient, and cost-effective set up within 4-6 weeks
5 Year renewable work permits/residency visas granted within 5 days
5 year residency for employees and their dependents
A safe, stable British Overseas Territory with robust laws
Intellectual property owned offshore
An appropriately business regulated environment
Excellent service providers to support your business
Easy access to North and Latin America markets
Ongoing support offered by CEC’s Client Experience and Global Mobility teams

Cayman Tech City Members

Meet others, like you, who have made the move and are operating a business with a genuine offshore physical presence in the Cayman Islands with Technology City Cayman Islands.

Why Set Up an Offshore Technology Company in Technology City Cayman Islands?

Cayman Tech City offers a unique solution for forward-thinking companies and motivated entrepreneurs. A platform built for rapid business growth and innovation, Tech City Cayman Islands is one of the fastest growing offshore Information & Communications Technology (ICT) clusters in the Western Hemisphere.

Companies can quickly and cost-effectively establish a genuine physical presence offshore with staffed offices within the special economic zone. As part of Cayman Tech City you have the ability to generate an active business income offshore in the Cayman Islands and benefit from operating from a tax-exempt jurisdiction. Plus, your Intellectual Property can be protected offshore and if you are building the company for an exit and an eventual industry sale, there are no capital gains tax in Cayman. There are no H1-B visa issues and you can assemble global teams by obtaining renewable five-year work/residency visas for your staff from any country within five working days.

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Cayman Tech City Parks

Cayman Internet Park

Software development, code writing, modifying or testing
Planning and designing computer systems, hardware or software
Drone development and design
Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
Telecommunications & related service activities
Communication technologies, management and operation of computer systems and/or data processing facilities
Web search portals
Data processing
Hosting activities
Blockchain development
Developers of software for the FinTech industry
Compliance software
Credit scoring software
Fraud mitigation software
Cyber security firms
Data security companies
Lifecyle management software for financial institutions
Regulatory onboarding solutions for financial institutions
Invoicing platforms
Analytics platforms
Banking software
Privacy software for sharing data securely
Risk management/analysis software
etc.

Cayman Media Park

Electronic or digital media
Electronic publishing
Digital libraries
Catalogues
Music
TV/broadcasting
New Media
News
Programming
Advertising
Marketing
Market research
Information services
Website development
Graphic design
Digital art
Film editing or animation
Film distribution
etc.

Cayman Science & Technology Park

SciTech
MedTech
Natural sciences
Biotechnology
Research and application of technology that uses biological systems, living organisms
Development of biomedical devices
Development of pharmaceuticals
Environmental technology
Green Technology
etc.

Cayman Tech City Partner Organisations

The Cayman Islands Virtual Asset Society (CIVAS) is brought together by SEZ members and a shared interest in the complex and subtle relationships between virtual assets, knowledge, and Cayman. CIVAS aims to cover technical, practical, and at other times socially oriented events for CEC members. The complimentary subscription comes with many benefits, including access to all events, a network of other individuals working in the same space, and a range of other opportunities to stay connected and be supported by the Society.

Enterprise Cayman is a non-profit workforce development initiative by CEC. The organisation provides Caymanians with access to high-quality learning experiences and opportunities to pursue careers in the technology sectors — ensuring that Cayman’s flourishing digital economy and leading-edge companies have access to the talent they need.

The Cayman Islands Artificial Intelligence Society (CIAIS) focuses on promoting the responsible use and understanding of AI globally and in the Cayman Islands. It hosts regular events and discussions featuring industry experts, as well as networking opportunities for members. Whether you are currently working within an AI company or just hold an interest, we welcome you to join us and be a part of the conversation. Complimentary to all SEZ members.

Cayman Tech City is the founding sponsor of the non-for-profit industry body Digital Cayman. We’re supporting companies seeking to establish a physical presence, empowering Cayman’s workforce to peruse careers in technology, and helping to guide regulatory and legislative change – making the Cayman Islands a world-leading space for digital innovation.

The Cayman Blockchain Association is a non for profit organisation that focuses in promoting everything Blockchain related. They host multiple events throughout the year providing an opportunity for people to meet other members of the Cayman Blockchain community.

The Utility Regulation and Competition Office (OfReg) is the independent multisector regulatory authority in the Cayman Islands. Cayman Tech City and OfReg have teamed up to offer a new programme, called Launch Labs, specifically designed for entrepreneurs and innovators to test new projects, products, and services in the Cayman Islands.

It's almost cliché to say that it's paradise, but it really is!

One of the things which surprised me the most is the amazing choice of restaurants in Cayman, it really is the foodie capital of the Caribbean.

Ryan Watson
Director of IT & Infrastructure at Brave Software SEZC

It was within the creative mechanism of CEC that helped me get that face time I needed to raise capital for my business.

The unique networking platform was the last step needed to make my business a success.

Ian Gallagher
CEO at Buzz Fit Ltd SEZC

CEC is the future of offshore business.

Being physically located where there's a high quality infrastructure, great lifestyle, no tax, no regulatory burdens and our IP is protected offshore, has allowed our global business to flourish!

Raoul Pal
CEO of Real Vision TV SEZC