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Getting
Married in the Cayman Islands
Couples can marry the same day they arrive in the Cayman
Islands, including those arriving by cruise ship. There
are several Wedding Coordinators in the Cayman Islands
that can assist you with all your arrangements, however
simple or creative, from legal requirements to party planning.Couples
must arrange for a marriage Officer and a Non-Resident
Marriage Licence. A list of licensed Marriage Officers
can be obtained by calling the Deputy Chief Secretary’s
Office at 1-345-949-7900 0r 1-345-914-2222. Arrangements
with the Marriage Officer should be made prior to filing
the application for the marriage Licence.
The Marriage Licence can be obtained from the Deputy Chief
Secretary, 3rd Floor, Government Administration Building,
George Town, Grand Cayman. Phone: 1-345-949-7900. The
total fee for the Licence including stamp is $200 U.S.
(or CI $160 in Cayman Islands Dollars).
The application includes full names, permanent addresses
and occupations of both parties, and temporary address
in the Cayman Islands. It must be signed by both parties
and must also include the name of the Marriage Officer
performing the ceremony.
The Licence can be obtained on the same day of application.
Couples will also need to provide the following when applying
for a Marriage Licence:
Cayman Islands International Immigration Department Pink
Slip showing proof of entry. Visitors arriving by air
receive this from Immigration upon arrival into the Cayman
Islands. Cruise passengers may present their ship boarding
passes to demonstrate they are legally in port.
Valid passports or original or certified copies of birth
certificates along with photo identification. Photocopies
are not accepted. The minimum legal age to marry without
parental consent is 18.
In the case of second marriages, original or certified
copies of divorce or death certificate are required. Photocopies
are not accepted.
Two witnesses present at the ceremony. You may provide
your own or ask the Manager Officer to assist you in arranging
this.
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Caymans
At A Glance
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Language: English is the official language, with a
distinctive 'brogue' reflecting heritage of Welsh, Scottish
and English ancestors still distinguishing the speech
of the Caymanian people. The number of Jamaican residents
in the workforce means the Jamaican patois and accompanying
heavier accent is also common. Spanish, particularly regional
dialects of Central America and Cuba, is also widely spoken
Government: British Crown Colony since 1670. Head
of State: HM Queen Elizabeth II, represented locally by
a local Governor
Capital: George Town
Size: 259 sq km (100 sq miles)
Location: Caribbean, island group in Caribbean
Sea, nearly one-half of the way from Cuba to Honduras
Climate: Tropical marine; warm, rainy summers (May
to October) and cool, relatively dry winters (November
to April)
Electricity: 110 volts AC, 60Hz. American-style
(flat) 2-pin plugs are standard
Currency: Cayman Is. Dollar
Driving: Drive on left.
Rentals: Local and international agencies available.
Must be 21 and have a valid drivers license.
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