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Upcoming Jurisdiction Filing Deadlines
Our summary of upcoming filing deadlines across the jurisdictions that Marbury services.
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Special Purpose Vehicles: Strategic tools for investment efficiency
Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) are the workhorses of the financial structuring industry, long served as a mechanism for isolating “ringfencing” financial risk and safeguarding parent entities. Today, however, their role has evolved far beyond risk mitigation. SPVs are now central to structuring sophisticated investment strategies, streamlining capital deployment, and navigating increasingly complex regulatory landscapes. From…
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The Hong Kong Company Chop: Practical Use and Marbury’s Approach
What is a Company Chop? In Hong Kong, the company chop—also known as a company seal or stamp—remains a common feature of corporate life. While no longer legally required under the Companies Ordinance, it is widely used to signify company authorisation on contracts, resolutions, and other formal documents. For companies operating across jurisdictions, particularly those…
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CIMA One‑Time Amnesty for Non‑Compliant Directors
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) has announced a one‑time amnesty scheme for directors who have failed to comply with registration or licensing obligations under the Directors Registration and Licensing Act (Revised)(DRLL). The amnesty, running from 16 September to 15 October 2025, provides an opportunity for non‑compliant directors to regularise their status without facing the usual penalties, provided…
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CIMA Director Registration Renewals and Cancellations – Key Steps and Deadlines
As the year-end approaches, directors of Cayman Islands “covered entities” should be mindful of their obligations under the Directors Registration and Licensing Act (Revised) (DRLA) to ensure compliance and avoid unnecessary fees. A “covered entity” generally includes mutual funds and managers regulated under the Securities Investment Business Act (SIBA). Directors of such entities must be registered with the Cayman…