Cayman Islands
Why is this normal:
A premium jurisdiction for investment funds, hedge funds, and international holdings. Nominee services here are high-quality and more expensive than in other offshore jurisdictions.
Peculiarities:
– Used by large institutional investors
– Standard for private equity and hedge fund structures
– Nominee directors are often licensed professionals.
– The jurisdiction’s high reputation with international banks
Regulation:
Strict regulation of financial services, mandatory registration of beneficiaries, automatic exchange of information.