Work Permits
Important Note: Work permits must be considered on a case by case basis and this information is just intended to be general information regarding various applications that might be required for mediators, arbitrators, lawyers, witnesses, speakers, etc. and is not a guarantee that it will apply to your specific situation.
This information was helpfully provided by Baraud. For more detailed advice, please reach out to Baraud for specialised immigration assistance. You can find more information about them here: https://baraud.com/
General list of requirements for Genuine Temporary Work Permits (can be approved for up to 90 days)
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T1 Form duly completed and signed
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Full face, passport sized professional photograph
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Photocopy of passport
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Police clearance certificate
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Proof of COVID vaccination (click here for more government information)
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Resume and copies of relevant professional qualifications
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Lawyers: please include your Practicing Certificate and Certificate of Good Standing
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Business Visitor Permit (which can be approved for a minimum of 2 visits per calendar year - visits cannot exceed 14 days)
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BVP1 Form duly completed and signed
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Full face and profile passport sized professional photographs
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Photocopy of passport
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Police clearance certificate
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Proof of COVID vaccination
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Resume and copies of relevant professional qualifications
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Lawyers: please include your Practicing Certificate and Certificate of Good Standing
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Work Permit Exemption Requests (can apply in below scenarios and individuals can be on the island for no more than 10 days)
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(b) attendance at conferences and seminars as an ordinary participant
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(e) being a guest speaker at a conference or seminar where that event is a single or occasional event and not part of a commercial venture;
(f) the organizing or supervising of a conference or seminar for up to ten days' duration where it is a single or occasional event;
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(k) the giving of professional or expert testimony in court or arbitration proceedings;
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(va) attendance at a meeting with a local entity or business
Required information:
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Name
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Job Title
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Name of entity if different from the business submitting
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Passport #
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Date of Birth
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Passport Issuing Country
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Nature of Visit
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Arrival date and flight details
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Departure dates and flight details
Filing fees for each of these applications vary based on the title/position applied for and Baraud's fees will depend on their involvement and assistance provided for each of the individuals. Below shows some of the basic service costs, for reference, and shows the Cayman Islands Government Fees, but does not include Baraud's fees.
Temporary Work Permit Application: Up to CI$ 1,870 per application (highest cost for lawyers)
Business Visitor Permit ** for 2 visits: up to CI$ $1,870 per application (highest cost for lawyers)
Work Permit Exemption: n/a