| British Virgin Islands | Cayman Islands | |
|---|---|---|
| Entity | Business Company (BC) | Exempted Company |
| Corporate tax | 0% | 0% |
| Public register | No public shareholder register | No public shareholder register |
| Formation (all-in) | $2,190 | $4,370 |
| Formation only | $1,820 | $3,740 |
| Annual renewal | $1,820 | $3,620 |
| Timeline | 2–4 business days | 4–7 business days |
| Name endings | Limited, Ltd, Corp, Corporation… | No requirement |
Choose British Virgin Islands if…
- Cost matters — $2,190 all-in against $4,370, and renewal of $1,820 against $3,620
- Speed matters — registered in 2–4 business days
- The world's most widely recognised international company — the default for serious structures
Choose Cayman Islands if…
- The gold standard for funds and serious capital — priced accordingly
The same either way
Whichever you choose, the engagement runs identically: the fee is published before you speak to us, identity verification happens once through a secure link, formation is carried out by a provider licensed and regulated in the jurisdiction, and one dedicated agent manages everything — including next year's renewal.
Frequently asked
Which is cheaper: British Virgin Islands or Cayman Islands?
British Virgin Islands — $2,190 all-in with first-year registered agent and office, against $4,370 for Cayman Islands. Renewals are $1,820 and $3,620 respectively.
Which is faster to incorporate?
British Virgin Islands, typically 2–4 business days from completed identity verification, against 4–7 business days for Cayman Islands.
Can Windrose form a company in either?
Yes. Both are on our published fee schedule and follow the same process: order online, verify once, and one dedicated agent manages the engagement end to end with the licensed local provider.