How long can I work in the Cayman Islands on a work permit?
The term limit for workers is now 9 years, unless otherwise indicated.
Persons employed in certain occupations in the fund administration and reinsurance industries – 10 years for those with a 10 year permit prior to the recent changes on 28 October, 2013.
How long can a work permit be granted for at a time?
Depending on the term limits referred to above, a work permit is generally issued for periods up to three years at the discretion of the relevant Board or the Chief Immigration Officer. The Board or the Chief Immigration Officer may, again subject to the term limit provisions, however, grant a work permit for a period of up to:
- five years to domestic helpers, teachers, doctors, nurses, ministers of religion.
- five years to workers for positions authorized by the Board in a Business Staffing Plan Certificate.
English Language Requirements?
If a prospective employee is not a national of an English speaking country they will be required to take an English language test before their arrival in the Cayman Islands. The result of the test must be submitted with the work permit application.
If the prospective employees are found not to possess a sufficient knowledge of the English language the work permit may be refused.
What must I provide when applying for an annual work permit?
In order to help us process your application as quickly as possible, we need all details about the role you are applying for including medicals etc. For an exact list, contact us.
Is it possible to have a dependent included on a work permit?
Yes. If a work permit is approved, any dependents listed on the application may, at the discretion of the Board, be included. It is also possible to apply during the currency of a work permit, to add or remove dependents.
Is it possible to work for more than one employer on a work permit?
If it is clear on the application that the work permit is to be shared by two or more employers, then this will be taken into account by the Chief Immigration Officer. It is also possible to apply for an amendment to the work permit during its currency, to add or remove an employer.
If my employer has applied for a renewal of my work permit before the expiry of my existing work permit, may I continue to work whilst awaiting the outcome of the decision on the application?
Yes. Provided the employer applied for the renewal of the work permit before the expiry of the existing work permit, you may continue to work for the same employer on the same terms and conditions until the outcome of the application (and any subsequent appeal to the Immigration Appeals Tribunal) is known.
How much does an annual Work Permit cost?
This depends on the type of job you are applying for.
To discuss please contact us.
