Cayman IslandsA considered island life.

The published R41 form is dated June 2023. Confirm the current financial test and fees with WORC before committing an investment, its older fee figures should not be used.

Benefits

Residence with approved dependants under the certificate’s conditions, it is distinct from the permanent-residence category and does not automatically grant work rights.

Eligibility

Demonstrable independent financial resources and the applicable Cayman investment conditions, assessed by WORC.

Requirements

Document income sources, local investments and any developed-property ownership, with references, police clearance, medical information and Cayman-accepted health insurance. Observe the current annual-declaration and dependant-fee obligations.

Benefits

Under the 2026 rules, an initial ten-year certificate with a separate route towards an indefinite certificate, work rights require separate authorisation.

Eligibility

At least CI$2 million already invested in qualifying developed real estate, with the required amount paid up and adequate resources for the household.

Requirements

Land-register and transfer records, financial evidence, passport, police clearance and accepted health insurance. Maintain the qualifying investment and annual declarations. Apply for the indefinite certificate in year nine under the new framework, transitional cases require separate assessment.

Benefits

Residence connected to the approved enterprise, with work permissions and family inclusion governed by the certificate’s terms.

Eligibility

Maintain at least CI$1 million in an eligible licensed employment-generating business and meet the applicable management and employment conditions.

Requirements

Provide investment and business-licence evidence, audited financial statements and the required annual declaration. The declaration also addresses physical presence and the business’s employment compliance, check the current Caymanian employment test before selecting an enterprise.