To drive a scooter you must be at least 17 years of age, have taken a theory test, passed it and obtained a Learner’s Licence.
Great care must be exercised when driving a scooter in Grand Cayman. There are a great deal of cars and trucks on the road, being driven by drivers from all over the world, and some do not give scooters (and bicycles) the care and distance that they need.
E-bikes and Scooter Legal Requirements
From 16th January 2026, riders of e-bikes and scooters in the Cayman Islands will be required to comply with existing provisions of the Traffic Law.
The CI Department of Motor Vehicles clarified that these requirements are not new, noting that e-bikes and scooters share the same traffic environment as motor vehicles and are therefore subject to the same Rules of the Road.
Under the Traffic Law, e-bike and scooter riders must:
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Be at least 17 years old
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Hold a valid Category 0 or Category 2 driver’s licence
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Ensure the vehicle is registered, licensed and insured
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Obey all traffic signals, signs and road markings
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Operate only in areas permitted by law
Scooter Rentals
Electric scooters (ride standing) are a great way to commute for lunch and around central George Town, Seven Mile Beach and Camana Bay without the hassle of traffic. Please note you must wear a safety helmet when riding an electric scooter.
Bird scooters can be found around various parts of Grand Cayman. The cost for renting a scooter is CI$1 to start and CI$0.15 per minute after that. Download the Ride Bird app from the Google Play store or the Apple App store to find out more.On the Sister Islands, scooters (mopeds) are a great way to explore. On Little Cayman Scooters Scooters provide a variety of mopeds that can be rented for approximately US$50 per day, which includes insurance, delivery and pick-up.
Buying a Scooter
Scooters have become increasingly popular as a means of transportation in the Cayman Islands. They're a great way to commute for lunch and around central George Town, Seven Mile Beach and Camana Bay without the hassle of traffic.
The companies listed below sell and service scooters in the Cayman Islands:
