Paraisolist Rankings
Best Tax Havens in the Caribbean 2025 — Ranked
Our database covers 14 jurisdictions in the Caribbean, each scored across tax burden, residency ease, banking access, and international reputation. Cayman Islands leads with an overall score of 78/100, standing out among the Caribbean options for its combination of tax efficiency and accessible residency pathways. All data is sourced from public legislation and verified practitioner knowledge — rates should be cross-referenced with current official sources before making decisions.
Best Caribbean Tax Jurisdictions
| Rank | Jurisdiction | Overall Score | Income Tax | Corp. Tax | Territorial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cayman IslandsCaribbean | 78 | 0% | 0% | ✗ |
| 2 | BahamasCaribbean | 76 | 0% | 0% | ✗ |
| 3 | Antigua & BarbudaCaribbean | 73 | 0% | 25% | ✗ |
| 4 | Turks & Caicos IslandsCaribbean | 72 | 0% | 0% | ✗ |
| 5 | Dominican RepublicCaribbean | 65 | 25% | 27% | ✓ |
| 6 | British Virgin IslandsCaribbean | 65 | 0% | 0% | ✗ |
| 7 | St. Kitts & NevisCaribbean | 64 | 0% | 33% | ✗ |
| 8 | BarbadosCaribbean | 58 | 29% | 9% | ✗ |
| 9 | St. LuciaCaribbean | 53 | 30% | 30% | ✗ |
| 10 | GrenadaCaribbean | 53 | 30% | 28% | ✗ |
| 11 | St. Vincent & GrenadinesCaribbean | 52 | 32% | 30% | ✗ |
| 12 | DominicaCaribbean | 51 | 35% | 25% | ✗ |
| 13 | CuraçaoCaribbean | 46 | 47% | 22% | ✗ |
| 14 | Trinidad & TobagoCaribbean | 39 | 30% | 30% | ✗ |
Scores calculated by Paraisolist scoring model. Methodology · Tax rates are indicative. Verify with current official sources.
How we score jurisdictions in the Caribbean
Our overall score weights tax burden (25%), ease of setup (20%), banking access (15%), residency options (15%), reputation (10%), cost of living (10%), and visa accessibility (5%).
What to check before choosing a jurisdiction in this region
Regional rankings help narrow your search, but the right choice depends on your specific nationality, income type, and lifestyle requirements. Within the Caribbean, legal systems, language barriers, banking infrastructure, and compliance costs vary significantly between countries. Use this ranking as a research filter, then validate your shortlist with a local professional.
Frequently Asked Questions — Best Tax Havens in the Caribbean 2025 — Ranked
Leading Caribbean jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands, Barbados, and the Bahamas have modernised their regulatory frameworks to comply with international standards (CRS, FATCA, BEPS). They remain practical for legitimate tax planning, though increased compliance requirements have raised administrative costs.
Barbados (Welcome Stamp for remote workers), Panama (Friendly Nations visa), and the Cayman Islands (Global Citizen Concierge Programme) offer some of the most accessible pathways. Citizenship by investment is available in several Eastern Caribbean nations starting around $100,000–$150,000.
Most small Caribbean jurisdictions have limited tax treaty networks compared to European countries. The Bahamas and Cayman Islands have virtually no income tax treaties, though they participate in TIEA (Tax Information Exchange Agreements) and CRS. Barbados has a broader treaty network with over 40 countries.
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