From RCIPS Wed, Jul 8, 2015 at 12:01 PM

The RCIPS has received reports over the past few days regarding person(s) purporting to be Immigration officials or representatives of Government and soliciting funds from individuals interested in permanent residency to obtain an expedited status.

Please be advised that there is no such expedited immigration process underway at this time and that such solicitations are unlawful and fraudulent. If you are approached by such a person, please report to the matter to police at 949-8797.

The RCIPS Financial Crime Unit (FCU) would like to remind the public about the process to be followed in making an application to reside permanently in the Cayman Islands.

An application for permanent residency can only be made by persons who have resided in the Cayman Islands for a minimum of 8 years. The process involves submitting a completed and signed application form as well as a number of supporting documents. These include a cover letter, a police clearance certificate, a medical questionnaire, character and bank references and evidence of property ownership.

The applicant must also pay certain prescribed fees at the time of making the application to the Immigration Department. There is no other way to apply for permanent residency.

It is not within protocol of the Immigration Department to have their officers, or other persons representing them, approach members of the public to offer permanent residency or to solicit funds to pay for permanent residency.

For further information, please contact the Financial Crime Unit at 949-8797.