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Appointments Made to Immigration Boards

16 April 2026 | Press Release

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and its subsequent departments, the Department of Labour and Pensions (DLP) and Workforce Opportunities & Residency Cayman (WORC) acknowledge recent media reports regarding alleged immigration and work permit irregularities involving specific individuals and businesses.

WORC and DLP Actively Investigate Serious Allegations

15 April 2026 | Press Release

Government Reshapes Business Staffing Plan Board

09 April 2026 | Press Release

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration announces the repositioning of the Business Staffing Plan (BSP) Board, to refocus its purpose towards issues that matter most to Caymanians: employment, career advancement, and reducing underemployment across the workforce.

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What We Do

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment & Immigration is responsible for the regulation of immigration services, including the administration of work permits, permanent residency, and Caymanian status.The Ministry also plays a central role in promoting the employment of Caymanians.

In addition, the Ministry oversees national labour and pensions matters, ensuring the development of fair, efficient, and sustainable systems that support the long-term growth and prosperity of the Cayman Islands.

Organisation & Functions

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration is comprised of the Department of Labour and Pensions (DLP) and Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman (WORC). The Ministry’s mission is to empower our leaders and officers to ensure the delivery of a model of excellence in all services for national security and labour development of the Cayman Islands.