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.
Work Permit Term Limit
The Standard Term Limit is reached at nine years and is the point at which people either have to leave for a year or apply for Permanent Residency.
Work Permit Exemptions
Not every foreign national working in Cayman needs a work permit, and some categories of persons are exempt, though the rules are very strict.
Business Visitor’s Permit
These permits allow a business visitor to work in the Cayman Islands for a couple of days once a year or a couple of days a few times a year.
Temporary Work Permit
Cayman Islands Temporary Work Permits are usually used only for truly temporary work but can be used to get someone working in Cayman very quickly.