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Compare the six jurisdictions

Setup cost, obligations, tax, reputation and speed — side by side. Kai's fixed assessment: costs are sourced; the rest is Skale editorial guidance.

By Kai's assessment, BVI is the best fit for a holding company — light ongoing obligations · competitive setup cost. See the full ranking.

	BV BVI Best fit	SG Singapore	KY Cayman	CA Canada	AU Australia	AE UAE
All-in, year 1	from USD 2,100	from SGD 1,035	from USD 4,482	from CAD 612	from AUD 1,225	Free-zone quote
Fit score	82	79	71	66	65	43
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Indicative comparison, not advice. Setup costs use sourced, dated government fees where available (or “being verified” otherwise); obligations, tax, reputation and speed are Skale editorial guidance shown as relative meters, not statutory figures. Confirm the details with a licensed provider before you commit.