Six jurisdictions, compared.
Setup time, ownership, the tax angle and what each one is actually good for. Directional only - we confirm your position with counsel before you commit.
UAE
Best for digital businesses, consultants, regional trade and founders who want residency.
- Setup
- 1–4 weeks
- Ownership
- 100% (Free Zone)
- Tax angle
- 0% on many activities*
Singapore
Best for Asia headquarters, fintech, holding and trading companies.
- Setup
- 1–3 days*
- Ownership
- 100% (resident director req.)
- Tax angle
- Low, strong treaties
Delaware
Best for startups raising capital, US market entry and enterprise counterparties.
- Setup
- Same / next day
- Ownership
- 100%
- Tax angle
- C-Corp, built for VC
Wyoming
Best for e-commerce, SaaS, agencies, freelancers, privacy - and crypto-native businesses.
- Setup
- Same day
- Ownership
- 100%
- Tax angle
- No state income tax
BVI
Best for holding companies, asset protection, joint ventures - and as the token-issuing operating company in Web3 structures.
- Setup
- Days
- Ownership
- 100%
- Tax angle
- 0% corporate*
Cayman
Best for funds, holding and investment vehicles - and as the Foundation wrapper for DAOs and token treasuries.
- Setup
- Days–weeks
- Ownership
- 100%
- Tax angle
- 0% corporate*
* Directional only. Your actual position depends on your activity, your customers and where you are tax resident - we confirm it with licensed counsel before you commit.
Not sure which one?
Tell us what the business does and where your customers are. We will tell you which of the six fits, including when the cheaper option is the right one.