Cayman Islands
Warnings and insurance
The Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory, so there is no British Embassy, and the Cayman Islands authorities will support you if you need help.
Hurricane Beryl
A major hurricane is currently moving through the Caribbean which may impact services in the Cayman Islands. Weather projections forecast Cayman Islands will be affected by hurricane conditions between Wednesday 3 July and Friday 5 July. You should follow and monitor local and international weather updates from the US National Hurricane Center and follow the advice of the local authorities. See Extreme weather and natural disasters.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide and any specific travel advice that applies to you:
- women travellers
- disabled travellers
- LGBT+ travellers
- solo and independent travel
- volunteering and adventure travel
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
About FCDO travel advice
FCDO provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.
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Update history
2024-07-02 18:52
A hurricane watch is in effect for the Cayman Islands (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)
2024-03-22 14:10
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-08-21 12:11
Information on emergency assistance in the Cayman Islands (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-06-22 10:42
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2022-09-30 15:17
Updated information on hurricanes (‘Summary’ and ‘Natural disasters’ pages).
2022-09-26 11:20
Updated information on Hurricane Ian (‘Summary’ and ‘Natural disasters’ pages).
2022-09-02 10:06
Updated information on coronavirus guidance and restrictions (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).
2022-08-15 11:47
Updated information on coronavirus guidance and restrictions (‘Coronavirus’ page)
2022-08-09 10:35
Updated information on coronavirus guidance and restrictions (‘Coronavirus’ page)
2022-07-08 14:02
Updated information on entry requirements (‘Entry requirements ‘page)
2022-03-14 16:51
Updated information on entry requirements for the Cayman Islands (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-02-24 16:23
Updated information on changes to testing requirements for entry to the Cayman Islands and Inter-island travel (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)