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Seventeen New Labour Tribunal Appointments

27 November 2025 | Press Release

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration (MCEI) advises the public that Cabinet has approved the appointment of new members to the Labour Tribunal, in accordance with Section 74 of the Labour Act (2021 Revision).

Three-Month Sentence for Forged Documents Offences

13 November 2025 | Press Release

Authorities have secured a conviction resulting in a three-month prison sentence for an individual who pleaded guilty to multiple counts of possessing forged documents.

Cabinet Approves New National Pensions Board

06 November 2025 | Press Release

The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration (MCEI) has announced that Cabinet has approved the appointment of members to the National Pensions Board.

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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.