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The CIFC is committed to assisting productions interested in filming in the Cayman Islands. Production companies interested in filming in the Cayman Islands must apply for a media license and temporary work permits for cast and crew. If the production company is granted approval to film in the Cayman Islands, the CIFC will act as liaison between the production company and other government agencies to ensure a smooth filming process. If you would like to film your next project in the Cayman Islands, please review the requirements below:

Process Overview

The process starts by filling out the “Contact the CIFC” form. Once that’s submitted, a member of the CIFC team will get in touch to discuss your project and answer any questions you might have. If the CIFC is confident that your production aligns well with the Cayman Islands’ brand, they’ll then share all the necessary forms to help you move forward, including, but not limited to:

Media Production License:

The Media Production License form must be completed in its entirety and submitted for review. If the license does not receive approval, the production is unable to occur in the Cayman Islands. If approved, the CIFC then acts as the liaison for the production company to have a smooth arrival process; for working with our partners at the relevant Government authorities for required permitting; etc. 

When submitting a Media Productions License, all productions are required to present valid proof of insurance coverage. (Certificate of Insurance (COI), or Proof of Liability Coverage (PLI), or document of similar standing that covers USD $1,000,000.00)

Note: Please allow 5-10 business days for application review.

Temporary Work Permit Application:

All production team members -- cast and crew-- are required to have a Temporary Work Permit to work in the Cayman Islands.  The CIFC will provide the application form and liaise with the relevant Government entity for processing; each temporary work permit costs US$104 per person. 

Please note that supporting documents are required to accompany the application, including but not limited to:

• Recent passport-sized photo, 
• Police clearance from country of residence 
• Medical clearance
• Proof of health insurance 
• Copy of the picture page of a valid passport

Note: When scheduling arrival dates please allow at least 14 business days for work permit processing. 

Equipment Importation Notification Form:

This form must be completed for all film equipment coming into the Cayman Islands for an approved production, and accompanied by the global ATA carnet form. The CIFC will liaise with the relevant Government entity for processing and securing available duty waivers.

Note: When submitting for a temporary equipment import waiver please allow at least 14 business days for work permit processing.