Caymanöarna

Översikt

The Cayman Islands is administered as a British overseas territory comprising of the three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. The territory is located to the south of Cuba and to the northwest of Jamaica in the western Caribbean Sea. The territory was formed in 1962 when it was split from Jamaica.

Hälsa, sjukdomar och vaccination

Travellers should consult their doctor to identify any need for vaccinations before travelling. This should be done 4-8 weeks before the date of departure. Vaccinations such as Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) and Tetanus-diphtheria should be up to date.

Dengue fever is a common problem in the Caribbean. Since there are no available vaccinations or medicines to prevent and treat it, travellers should do their utmost to prevent mosquito bites. This includes applying insect repellent and keeping skin covered.

Travellers are advised to take out adequate insurance prior to their departure as treatment in the Cayman Islands is very expensive.

Medical facilities on the Cayman Islands are of a good standard. Indeed the George Town hospital is relatively new with good facilities and many problems can be treated there. However if serious injuries occur, patients will initially be treated on the Cayman Islands before being transferred to a more advanced hospital abroad, such as Miami.

Pass

Valid passports are required for entry into the Cayman Islands. These must be valid for at least 6 months after the intended date of departure. Passengers must present a valid return ticket to their country of departure.

Visum

Visas are not required for most nationalities (such as many European countries), with travellers allowed to stay in the country for up to six months.

However, salesmen attempting to gain business in the Cayman Islands do require a business visa. These can be acquired from the Department of Immigration.

Cayman Islands Embassies and Consulates Abroad

British Embassy
Wilhelmstrasse 70
10117
Berlin
Tel: +49-30-204-570
Fax: +49-30-2045-7594

USA
Diplomatic relations are conducted through the British Embassy

British Embassy
3100 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
Tel: +1-202-588-6500
Fax: +1-202-588-7870

Foreign Embassies and Consulates in the Cayman Islands

UK
British nationals should contact the British High Commission in Jamaica.

British High Commission
PO Box 575
28 Trafalgar Road
Kingston 10
Jamaica
Tel: +1-876-510-0700
Fax: +1-876-510-0738
E-mail: bhckingston@cwjamaica.com

USA

United States Consular Agency
222 Mirco Center
North Sound Road
Georgetown
Grand Cayman
Tel: +1-345-945-8173