To form a captive insurance company in the Cayman Islands is, in most cases a relatively straightforward and non-cost prohibitive process, which can be accomplished in a timely manner. A detailed license application is prepared in conjunction with the Insurance Manager, with the application including a detailed business plan, as well as financial and actuarial projections. The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) require background information on shareholders and directors to ensure they meet the required ‘fit and proper’ criteria.