Freedom Score

Cayman Islands to Aruba: tax & freedom compared

How does Aruba score against Cayman Islands? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€4,116
Per year vs. Cayman Islands-€7,607

AWG 30,000 tax-free allowance · Dutch Caribbean · No capital gains tax

Tax

63/100

Residency

56/100

Cost of living

100/100

Living environment

70/100

Mobility

95/100

Ownership

9/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Cayman Islands income of €60,000 gross per year, you keep €49,393 net in Aruba: a difference of €7,607 per year compared with Cayman Islands.

  • Tax: on this income Aruba lands at an effective rate of about 18%, against 5% in Cayman Islands.
  • Passport and mobility: from Aruba you travel visa-free to 185 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Aruba scores 56 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Aruba a living-environment score of 70 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Cayman Islands and Aruba?
On an average Cayman Islands income it differs by roughly €7,607 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat