Residing on-Island While a Work Permit is Processing
Find out the rules you will need to follow if you are residing in the Cayman Islands whilst your work permit is being processed.
Dependants of Work Permit Holders
Work permit holders are allowed to bring their dependants to the Cayman Islands with them but they must show that they earn a minimum of CI$3,500 per month.
Divorced Couples
Couples who divorce while living in Cayman need to be aware that a non-working spouse cannot stay in Cayman unless they get their own work permit.
Permanent Residence
Everything you need to know about Permanent Residency in the Cayman Islands whether with the right to work or without.
Permanent Residency with the Right to Work
Here are the rules on gaining Permanent Residency with the Right to Work in the Cayman Islands. We also list the categories where you can gain points.
Application After Eight Years
Learn about the points system when applying for permanent residence with rights to work after living in the Cayman Islands for eight years.
Permanent Residence for Spouses and Children
Learn about the process of obtaining Permanent Residency for a spouse or a child in the Cayman Islands.
Persons of Independent Means & Investors
Detailed information on how to gain Permanent Residency by way of investing in the Cayman Islands
Certificate of Permanent Residency (for persons of independent means)
The right to work in the Cayman Islands indefinitely based on local investment (for persons of independent means)
Residency Certificate (for persons of independent means)
The right to reside in the Cayman Islands is obtainable if you have a significant financial means.
Certificate of Direct Investment (for persons of independent means)
Those who can invest upwards of CI$1 million dollars in the Cayman economy can enjoy the ability to reside in the Cayman Islands for up to 25 years.
Residency Certificate (Substantial Business Presence - for persons of independent means))
The right to reside in the Cayman Islands is available to individuals who either own at least a share in an approved category of business.
The Next Step for Permanent Residents
Learn about the pathway to receiving Caymanian Status after receiving your Permanent Residency.
How to Appeal a Permanent Residency Refusal
If your Permanent Residency application is turned down you can appeal. Here we explain how to go about that process.
Right to be Caymanian
You can apply for the Right to be Caymanian after you have been married to a Caymanian for seven years or if you are the child of a Caymanian.