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Cayman Islands
Central America N Caribbean · George Town (on Grand Cayman) · parliamentary democracy; self-governing overseas territory of the UK
What Cayman Islands means for your money — the prices you pay, the tariffs in motion, and where U.S. policy could change both.
$41M
U.S. imports, 2025
-17.4%
change in one year
$1.4B
U.S. exports, 2025
67K
Population
$7.1B
GDP
In your house
What you buy that Cayman Islands makes
America bought $41M in goods from Cayman Islands in 2025 — down 17.4% in a single year. Of every $100 of it, here's where the money went.
Telecommunications equipment
phones, routers, networking gear
$18M44.9%
U.s. goods returned, and reimports
$15M36.6%
Minimum value shipments
$2M4.4%
Steelmaking materials
$1M3%
Nonmonetary gold
$1M2.9%
Copper
copper for wiring
$672K1.7%
Computers
laptops, desktops, monitors
$609K1.5%
Bauxite and aluminum
aluminum for cans and autos
$366K0.9%
Measuring, testing, control instruments
$269K0.7%
Electric apparatus
$171K0.4%
2026 so far (through April): $19M in imports. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, International Trade in Goods (customs basis).
The other direction
What America sells to Cayman Islands
$1.4B in 2025 — a trade rupture cuts both ways, for American producers as well as American prices.
Minimum value shipments
$260MCivilian aircraft, engines, equipment, and parts
$222MFuel oil
$91MPetroleum products, other
$57MMeat, poultry, etc.
$44MFinished metal shapes
$34MJewelry, etc.
$33Mjewelry
Numismatic coins
$26MOther foods
$25MWhere you stand
U.S. tariff posture toward Cayman Islands
No U.S. tariff action singles this country out. Its goods face the universal 10% temporary import surcharge under Section 122 of the Trade Act (which replaced the IEEPA reciprocal baseline in February 2026) plus the sectoral Section 232 duties — steel and aluminum at 50% — that apply to all countries. The Section 122 surcharge is statutorily temporary — scheduled to lapse on or about July 23, 2026 (a 150-day cap) unless extended or replaced.
Reciprocal tariff (universal baseline)
10%
The universal 10% floor — a Section 122 import surcharge since February 2026, previously the EO 14257 reciprocal baseline — applies to nearly all U.S. imports. This country has no higher assigned rate of its own.
Policy in motion
Tariff status: a moving target
No U.S. tariff action names Cayman Islands. These are the universal measures — applied to every country without a country-specific arrangement — that set its treatment.
2026-04-06
Section 232 metals coverage expanded
In effectThe April 2026 proclamation strengthening Section 232 actions on aluminum, steel, and copper expanded derivative-product coverage for all countries, keeping the general metals rate at 50%.
91 FR 18201 →2026-02-24
IEEPA reciprocal tariffs terminated — replaced by 10% Section 122 surcharge
In effectExecutive Order 14389 (Ending Certain Tariff Actions) terminated the IEEPA tariff duties — including the EO 14257 reciprocal baseline — effective February 24, 2026. A flat 10% Section 122 temporary import surcharge (Proclamation 11012 of February 20, 2026) replaced them, leaving the universal rate unchanged at 10% on a different statutory basis. Section 122 caps such surcharges at 150 days, so this 10% surcharge is scheduled to lapse on or about July 23, 2026 absent further action (the administration has signaled it could raise the rate toward the 15% statutory maximum).
91 FR 9437 →2025-11-13
Agricultural products exempted from reciprocal tariffs
In effectExecutive Order 14360 of November 14, 2025 removed reciprocal duties from certain agricultural products listed in its annexes (coffee, cocoa, bananas, and other goods the U.S. does not produce in sufficient quantity), retroactive to November 13, 2025 — for all countries subject to the reciprocal tariff.
90 FR 54091 →2025-06-04
Section 232 steel and aluminum duties doubled to 50%
In effectThe June 3, 2025 proclamation raised Section 232 duties on steel and aluminum articles and derivatives from 25% to 50% for all countries, effective June 4, 2025.
90 FR 24199 →2025-04-05
Universal 10% reciprocal baseline takes effect
In effectExecutive Order 14257 (signed April 2, 2025) imposed a 10% ad valorem reciprocal duty on imports from all trading partners, effective April 5, 2025. Countries without a higher Annex I rate remain at this baseline.
Federal Register · 2025-06063 →2025-03-12
Section 232 steel and aluminum duties set at 25% for all countries
In effectProclamations of February 10, 2025 terminated all country exemptions and quota arrangements and applied 25% Section 232 duties to steel and aluminum imports from every country, effective March 12, 2025.
90 FR 9817 →
Made for America
What Cayman Islands makes for America
Cayman Islands is a direct U.S. source of 1 essential good Americans rely on — the items themselves, shipped finished off the line.
Reference
The country itself
Central America N Caribbean · Geography, people, economy, and government — public-domain data from the CIA World Factbook.
The British colonized the Cayman Islands during the 18th and 19th centuries, and Jamaica -- also a British colony at the time -- administered the islands after 1863. In 1959, the islands became a territory within the Federation of the West Indies. When the Federation dissolved in 1962, the Cayman Islands chose to remain a British dependency. The territory has transformed itself into a significant offshore financial center.
Geography
- Location
- Caribbean, three-island group (Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, Little Cayman) in Caribbean Sea, 240 km south of Cuba and 268 km northwest of Jamaica
- Area
- 264 sq km
- Climate
- tropical marine; warm, rainy summers (May to October) and cool, relatively dry winters (November to April)
- Terrain
- low-lying limestone base surrounded by coral reefs
- Natural resources
- fish, climate and beaches that foster tourism
- Coastline
- 160 km
- Natural hazards
- hurricanes (July to November)
People & society
- Population
- 66,653 (2024 est.)
- Nationality
- Caymanian(s)
- Ethnic groups
- Cayman Islander 35.4%, Jamaican 24.8%, Filipino 5.5%, British 5.3%, American 5.2%, Honduran 4.2%, Canadian 3.3%, Indian 2.1%, Cuban 1.6%, Nicaraguan 1%, other 11.1%, unspecified 0.5% (2021 est.)
- Languages
- English (official) 88.8%, Spanish 3.9%, Filipino 3.8%, other 2.8%, unspecified 0.7% (2021 est.)
- Religions
- Protestant 60.8% (includes Church of God 19.5%, Seventh Day Adventist 8.7%, non-denominational 8.3%, Baptist 6.9%, Pentecostal 6.8%, Presbyterian/United Church 5.7%, Anglican 2.8%, Wesleyan Holiness 1.5%, Methodist 0.5%), Roman Catholic 13.6%, Hindu 1.7%, Jehovah's Witness 0.9%, other 4.8%, none 16.7%, unspecified 1.4% (2021 est.)
- Median age
- 41.3 years (2025 est.)
- Life expectancy at birth
- 82.5 years (2024 est.)
Economy
- Economic overview
- dominant offshore banking territory; services sector accounts for over 85% of economic activity; recently adopted a fiscal responsibility framework to combat tax evasion and money laundering; large tourism sector; does not have any welfare system; high standard of living
- Industries
- tourism, banking, insurance and finance, construction, construction materials, furniture
- Agricultural products
- vegetables, fruit; livestock; turtle farming
- Exports - partners
- UK 40%, Cyprus 21%, Germany 9%, Grenada 8%, Italy 5% (2023)
- Imports - partners
- Germany 30%, USA 29%, Italy 20%, Turkey 5%, China 5% (2023)
Government
- Government type
- parliamentary democracy; self-governing overseas territory of the UK
- Capital
- George Town (on Grand Cayman)
- Independence
- none (overseas territory of the UK)
- Constitution
- several previous; latest approved 10 June 2009, entered into force 6 November 2009 (The Cayman Islands Constitution Order 2009)
- Executive branch
- King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022); represented by Governor Jane OWEN (since 21 April 2023)
- Legislative branch
- Parliament
Full reference data
Every field, by section — CIA World Factbook. Open a topic to expand it.
Introduction
Background
The British colonized the Cayman Islands during the 18th and 19th centuries, and Jamaica -- also a British colony at the time -- administered the islands after 1863. In 1959, the islands became a territory within the Federation of the West Indies. When the Federation dissolved in 1962, the Cayman Islands chose to remain a British dependency. The territory has transformed itself into a significant offshore financial center.
Travel Facts
US State Dept Travel Advisory
The US Department of State currently recommends US citizens Reconsider Travel to the Cayman Islands due to COVID-19-related restrictions. Consult its website via the link below for updates to travel advisories and statements on safety, security, local laws, and special circumstances in this country. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html
Passport/Visa Requirements
US citizens should make sure their passport is valid at the date of their entering the country. They should also make sure they have at least 2 blank pages in their passport for any entry stamp that will be required. A visa is not required.
US Embassy/Consulate
None (overseas territory of the UK); consular services provided through the US Embassy in Jamaica; US citizens may call US Dept of State (202)-501-4444 for emergencies; alternate contact is the Embassy in Jamaica [1] (876) 702-6000; US Embassy in Kingston, 142 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6, Jamaica, WI
Telephone Code
345
Local Emergency Phone
911
Vaccinations
See WHO recommendations http://www.who.int/
Climate
Tropical marine; warm, rainy summers (May to October) and cool , relatively dry winters (November to April)
Currency (Code)
Caymanian dollars (KYD)
Electricity/Voltage/Plug Type(s)
120 V / 60 Hz / plug types(s): A, B
Major Languages
English, Spanish, Filipino
Major Religions
Protestant 67.8%, Roman Catholic 14.1%, Jehovah's Witness 1.1%
Time Difference
UTC-5 (same time as Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Potable Water
Opt for bottled water
International Driving Permit
Suggested
Road Driving Side
Left
Tourist Destinations
Seven Mile Beach; Stingray City; George Town; Atlantis Submarines; Cayman Turtle Centre; Bloody Bay Marine Park
Major Sports
Soccer, rugby, netball
Cultural Practices
Handshakes between men and women are the most common form of greeting.
Tipping Guidelines
Tipping is usually expected everywhere you go to eat or drink. Even though many eating establishments may include a service charge; service staff in restaurants and bars rely on tips for a large portion of their salary.
Souvenirs
Caymanite jewelry and decorative items, black coral and shell jewelry, shipwreck artifacts, handwoven baskets and other woven items, luxury items, rum
Traditional Cuisine
Turtle stew — a stew containing turtle meat, cassava, potatoes, onions, and peppers
CIA source last updated
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Travel resources
Please visit the following links to find further information about your desired destination.
World Health Organization (WHO) - To learn what vaccines and health precautions to take while visiting your destination.
US State Dept Travel Information - Overall information about foreign travel for US citizens.
To obtain an international driving permit (IDP). Only two organizations in the US issue IDPs: American Automobile Association (AAA) and American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA)
How to get help in an emergency? Contact the nearest US embassy or consulate, or call one of these numbers: from the US or Canada - 1-888-407-4747 or from Overseas - +1 202-501-4444
Page last updated: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Geography
Location
Caribbean, three-island group (Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, Little Cayman) in Caribbean Sea, 240 km south of Cuba and 268 km northwest of Jamaica
Geographic coordinates
19 30 N, 80 30 W
Map references
Central America and the Caribbean
Area - total
264 sq km
Area - land
264 sq km
Area - water
0 sq km
Area - comparative
1.5 times the size of Washington, D.C.
Land boundaries - total
0 km
Coastline
160 km
Maritime claims - territorial sea
12 nm
Maritime claims - exclusive economic zone
200 nm
Maritime claims - exclusive fishing zone
200 nm
Climate
tropical marine; warm, rainy summers (May to October) and cool, relatively dry winters (November to April)
Terrain
low-lying limestone base surrounded by coral reefs
Elevation - highest point
1 km SW of The Bluff on Cayman Brac 50 m
Elevation - lowest point
Caribbean Sea 0 m
Natural resources
fish, climate and beaches that foster tourism
Land use - agricultural land
11.2% (2023 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: arable land
arable land: 0.8% (2023 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent crops
permanent crops: 2.1% (2023 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent pasture
permanent pasture: 8.3% (2023 est.)
Land use - forest
53% (2023 est.)
Land use - other
35.8% (2023 est.)
Irrigated land
NA
Population distribution
majority of the population resides on Grand Cayman
Natural hazards
hurricanes (July to November)
Geography - note
important location between Cuba and Central America
People and Society
Population - total
66,653 (2024 est.)
Population - male
32,379
Population - female
34,274
Nationality - noun
Caymanian(s)
Nationality - adjective
Caymanian
Ethnic groups
Cayman Islander 35.4%, Jamaican 24.8%, Filipino 5.5%, British 5.3%, American 5.2%, Honduran 4.2%, Canadian 3.3%, Indian 2.1%, Cuban 1.6%, Nicaraguan 1%, other 11.1%, unspecified 0.5% (2021 est.)
Ethnic groups - note
note: data represent population by country of birth
Languages
English (official) 88.8%, Spanish 3.9%, Filipino 3.8%, other 2.8%, unspecified 0.7% (2021 est.)
Languages - note
note: data represent main language spoken at home
Religions
Protestant 60.8% (includes Church of God 19.5%, Seventh Day Adventist 8.7%, non-denominational 8.3%, Baptist 6.9%, Pentecostal 6.8%, Presbyterian/United Church 5.7%, Anglican 2.8%, Wesleyan Holiness 1.5%, Methodist 0.5%), Roman Catholic 13.6%, Hindu 1.7%, Jehovah's Witness 0.9%, other 4.8%, none 16.7%, unspecified 1.4% (2021 est.)
Age structure - 0-14 years
17.4% (male 5,845/female 5,767)
Age structure - 15-64 years
65.9% (male 21,480/female 22,456)
Age structure - 65 years and over
16.7% (2024 est.) (male 5,054/female 6,051)
Dependency ratios - total dependency ratio
51.7 (2024 est.)
Dependency ratios - youth dependency ratio
26.4 (2024 est.)
Dependency ratios - elderly dependency ratio
25.3 (2024 est.)
Dependency ratios - potential support ratio
4 (2024 est.)
Median age - total
41.3 years (2025 est.)
Median age - male
40.3 years
Median age - female
42 years
Population growth rate
1.71% (2025 est.)
Birth rate
11.41 births/1,000 population (2025 est.)
Death rate
6.24 deaths/1,000 population (2025 est.)
Net migration rate
11.91 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2025 est.)
Population distribution
majority of the population resides on Grand Cayman
Urbanization - urban population
100% of total population (2023)
Urbanization - rate of urbanization
1.13% annual rate of change (2020-25 est.)
Major urban areas - population
35,000 GEORGE TOWN (capital) (2018)
Sex ratio - at birth
1.02 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - 0-14 years
1.01 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - 15-64 years
0.96 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - 65 years and over
0.84 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - total population
0.95 male(s)/female (2024 est.)
Infant mortality rate - total
7.1 deaths/1,000 live births (2025 est.)
Infant mortality rate - male
8.8 deaths/1,000 live births
Infant mortality rate - female
5.7 deaths/1,000 live births
Life expectancy at birth - total population
82.5 years (2024 est.)
Life expectancy at birth - male
79.8 years
Life expectancy at birth - female
85.2 years
Total fertility rate
1.81 children born/woman (2025 est.)
Gross reproduction rate
0.9 (2025 est.)
Drinking water source - improved: urban
urban: 95.5% of population (2022 est.)
Drinking water source - improved: total
total: 95.5% of population (2022 est.)
Drinking water source - unimproved: urban
urban: 4.5% of population (2022 est.)
Drinking water source - unimproved: total
total: 4.5% of population (2022 est.)
Sanitation facility access - improved: urban
urban: 93.5% of population (2022 est.)
Sanitation facility access - improved: total
total: 93.5% of population (2022 est.)
Sanitation facility access - unimproved: urban
urban: 6.5% of population (2022 est.)
Sanitation facility access - unimproved: total
total: 6.5% of population (2022 est.)
Education expenditure - Education expenditure (% GDP)
1.6% of GDP (2023 est.)
Education expenditure - Education expenditure (% national budget)
15% national budget (2019 est.)
Government
Country name - conventional long form
none
Country name - conventional short form
Cayman Islands
Country name - etymology
Spanish explorers named the islands in the early 16th century, using the Carib word for marine crocodiles, caiman
Government type
parliamentary democracy; self-governing overseas territory of the UK
Dependency status
overseas territory of the UK
Capital - name
George Town (on Grand Cayman)
Capital - geographic coordinates
19 18 N, 81 23 W
Capital - time difference
UTC-5 (same time as Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Capital - etymology
originally named Hogstyes, the town was renamed in honor of English King GEORGE III (1738-1820) around 1800
Administrative divisions
6 districts; Bodden Town, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, East End, George Town, North Side, West Bay
Legal system
English common law and local statutes
Constitution - history
several previous; latest approved 10 June 2009, entered into force 6 November 2009 (The Cayman Islands Constitution Order 2009)
Citizenship
see United Kingdom
Suffrage
18 years of age; universal
Executive branch - chief of state
King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022); represented by Governor Jane OWEN (since 21 April 2023)
Executive branch - head of government
Premier André Martin EBANKS (since 6 May 2025)
Executive branch - cabinet
Cabinet selected from the Parliament and appointed by the governor on the advice of the premier
Executive branch - election/appointment process
the monarchy is hereditary; governor appointed by the monarch; following legislative elections, the governor appoints the leader of the majority party or majority coalition as premier
Legislative branch - legislature name
Parliament
Legislative branch - legislative structure
unicameral
Legislative branch - number of seats
21 (directly elected and appointed)
Legislative branch - scope of elections
full renewal
Legislative branch - term in office
4 years
Legislative branch - most recent election date
4/14/2021
Legislative branch - parties elected and seats per party
independent (12); PPM (7)
Legislative branch - percentage of women in chamber
23.8%
Legislative branch - expected date of next election
2025
Judicial branch - highest court(s)
Court of Appeal (consists of the court president and at least 2 judges); Grand Court (consists of the court president and at least 2 judges)
Judicial branch - judge selection and term of office
Court of Appeal and Grand Court judges appointed by the governor on the advice of the Judicial and Legal Services Commission, an 8-member independent body consisting of governor appointees, Court of Appeal president, and attorneys; Court of Appeal judges' tenure based on their individual instruments of appointment; Grand Court judges normally appointed until retirement at age 65 but can be extended until age 70
Judicial branch - subordinate courts
Summary Court
Judicial branch - note
note: appeals beyond the Court of Appeal are heard by the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (in London)
Political parties
Cayman Islands Peoples Party or CIPP People's Progressive Movement or PPM
Diplomatic representation in the US
none (overseas territory of the UK)
Diplomatic representation from the US - embassy
none (overseas territory of the UK); consular services provided through the US Embassy in Jamaica
International organization participation
Caricom (associate), CDB, Interpol (subbureau), IOC, UNESCO (associate), UPU
Independence
none (overseas territory of the UK)
National holiday
Constitution Day, the first Monday in July (1959)
Flag
description: a blue field with the UK flag in the upper-left quadrant and the Caymanian coat of arms centered on the right half of the flag; the coat of arms has a pineapple, a turtle, a shield with a golden lion and three green stars, and a scroll below the shield with the motto HE HATH FOUNDED IT UPON THE SEAS meaning: the pineapple represents ties to Jamaica; the turtle represents the Caymans' seafaring tradition; the lion symbolizes Great Britain; the green stars represent the three islands; the white and blue wavy lines on the coat of arms represent the sea
National symbol(s)
green sea turtle
National coat of arms
the Queen of England approved the Cayman Islands' coat of arms -- which was designed with input from the public -- in 1958; the shield features the lion of England and three green stars that symbolize the three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman; the green turtle stands for the islands’ seafaring history, the rope under it for the thatch-rope industry, and the pineapple for historical ties with Jamaica; the motto comes from Psalms 24, acknowledging the Caymans’ Christian heritage
National anthem(s) - title
"God Save the King"
National anthem(s) - lyrics/music
unknown
National anthem(s) - history
official anthem, as an overseas UK territory
Economy
Economic overview
dominant offshore banking territory; services sector accounts for over 85% of economic activity; recently adopted a fiscal responsibility framework to combat tax evasion and money laundering; large tourism sector; does not have any welfare system; high standard of living
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - Real GDP (purchasing power parity) 2023
$5.705 billion (2023 est.)
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - Real GDP (purchasing power parity) 2022
$5.467 billion (2022 est.)
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - Real GDP (purchasing power parity) 2021
$5.199 billion (2021 est.)
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - note
note: data in 2021 dollars
Real GDP growth rate - Real GDP growth rate 2023
4.4% (2023 est.)
Real GDP growth rate - Real GDP growth rate 2022
5.2% (2022 est.)
Real GDP growth rate - Real GDP growth rate 2021
4.9% (2021 est.)
Real GDP growth rate - note
note: annual GDP % growth based on constant local currency
Real GDP per capita - Real GDP per capita 2023
$78,100 (2023 est.)
Real GDP per capita - Real GDP per capita 2022
$76,400 (2022 est.)
Real GDP per capita - Real GDP per capita 2021
$74,200 (2021 est.)
Real GDP per capita - note
note: data in 2021 dollars
GDP (official exchange rate)
$7.139 billion (2023 est.)
GDP (official exchange rate) - note
note: data in current dollars at official exchange rate
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - Inflation rate (consumer prices) 2017
2% (2017 est.)
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - Inflation rate (consumer prices) 2016
-0.6% (2016 est.)
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - Inflation rate (consumer prices) 2015
-2.3% (2015 est.)
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - note
note: annual % change based on consumer prices
GDP - composition, by sector of origin - agriculture
0.5% (2022 est.)
GDP - composition, by sector of origin - industry
8.2% (2022 est.)
GDP - composition, by sector of origin - services
85.4% (2022 est.)
GDP - composition, by sector of origin - note
note: figures may not total 100% due to non-allocated consumption not captured in sector-reported data
Agricultural products
vegetables, fruit; livestock; turtle farming
Industries
tourism, banking, insurance and finance, construction, construction materials, furniture
Industrial production growth rate
3.4% (2022 est.)
Industrial production growth rate - note
note: annual % change in industrial value added based on constant local currency
Remittances - Remittances 2023
0.2% of GDP (2023 est.)
Remittances - Remittances 2022
0.2% of GDP (2022 est.)
Remittances - Remittances 2021
0.2% of GDP (2021 est.)
Remittances - note
note: personal transfers and compensation between resident and non-resident individuals/households/entities
Budget - revenues
$874.5 million (2017 est.)
Budget - expenditures
$766.6 million (2017 est.)
Current account balance - Current account balance 2023
-$712.684 million (2023 est.)
Current account balance - Current account balance 2022
-$749.482 million (2022 est.)
Current account balance - Current account balance 2021
-$794.205 million (2021 est.)
Current account balance - note
note: balance of payments - net trade and primary/secondary income in current dollars
Exports - Exports 2023
$4.6 billion (2023 est.)
Exports - Exports 2022
$4.215 billion (2022 est.)
Exports - Exports 2021
$3.542 billion (2021 est.)
Exports - note
note: balance of payments - exports of goods and services in current dollars
Exports - partners
UK 40%, Cyprus 21%, Germany 9%, Grenada 8%, Italy 5% (2023)
Exports - partners - note
note: top five export partners based on percentage share of exports
Exports - commodities
aircraft, ships, refined petroleum, natural gas, broadcasting equipment (2023)
Exports - commodities - note
note: top five export commodities based on value in dollars
Imports - Imports 2023
$3.444 billion (2023 est.)
Imports - Imports 2022
$3.287 billion (2022 est.)
Imports - Imports 2021
$2.808 billion (2021 est.)
Imports - note
note: balance of payments - imports of goods and services in current dollars
Imports - partners
Germany 30%, USA 29%, Italy 20%, Turkey 5%, China 5% (2023)
Imports - partners - note
note: top five import partners based on percentage share of imports
Imports - commodities
ships, refined petroleum, cars, furniture, jewelry (2023)
Imports - commodities - note
note: top five import commodities based on value in dollars
Reserves of foreign exchange and gold - Reserves of foreign exchange and gold 2023
$234 million (2023 est.)
Reserves of foreign exchange and gold - Reserves of foreign exchange and gold 2022
$225.4 million (2022 est.)
Reserves of foreign exchange and gold - Reserves of foreign exchange and gold 2021
$228.3 million (2021 est.)
Reserves of foreign exchange and gold - note
note: holdings of gold (year-end prices)/foreign exchange/special drawing rights in current dollars
Exchange rates - Currency
Caymanian dollars (KYD) per US dollar -
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2024
0.833 (2024 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2023
0.833 (2023 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2022
0.833 (2022 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2021
0.833 (2021 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2020
0.833 (2020 est.)
Energy
Electricity access - electrification - total population
100% (2022 est.)
Electricity - installed generating capacity
176,000 kW (2023 est.)
Electricity - consumption
698.767 million kWh (2023 est.)
Electricity - transmission/distribution losses
2.117 million kWh (2023 est.)
Electricity generation sources - fossil fuels
96.7% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
Electricity generation sources - solar
3.1% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
Electricity generation sources - wind
0.1% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)
Petroleum - refined petroleum consumption
5,000 bbl/day (2023 est.)
Energy consumption per capita - Total energy consumption per capita 2023
143.149 million Btu/person (2023 est.)
Communications
Telephones - fixed lines - total subscriptions
36,000 (2021 est.)
Telephones - fixed lines - subscriptions per 100 inhabitants
50 (2022 est.)
Telephones - mobile cellular - total subscriptions
99,737 (2022 est.)
Telephones - mobile cellular - subscriptions per 100 inhabitants
139 (2022 est.)
Broadcast media
4 TV stations; cable and satellite subscription services offer international programming; government-owned Radio Cayman operates 2 networks broadcasting on 5 stations; 10 privately owned radio stations operate alongside Radio Cayman
Internet country code
.ky
Internet users - percent of population
81% (2017 est.)
Broadband - fixed subscriptions - total
40,000 (2022 est.)
Broadband - fixed subscriptions - subscriptions per 100 inhabitants
56 (2022 est.)
Transportation
Civil aircraft registration country code prefix
VP-C
Airports
3 (2025)
Heliports
5 (2025)
Merchant marine - total
130 (2023)
Merchant marine - by type
bulk carrier 29, container ship 3, general cargo 1, oil tanker 20, other 77
Ports - total ports
2 (2024)
Ports - large
0
Ports - medium
0
Ports - small
0
Ports - very small
2
Ports - ports with oil terminals
2
Ports - key ports
Cayman Brac, Georgetown
Military and Security
Military and security forces
no regular military forces; Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
Military - note
defense is the responsibility of the UK
Transnational Issues
Refugees and internally displaced persons - refugees
65 (2024 est.)
Environment
Environmental issues
no natural freshwater resources; trash washing up or being deposited on beaches; no recycling or waste-treatment facilities; deforestation
Climate
tropical marine; warm, rainy summers (May to October) and cool, relatively dry winters (November to April)
Land use - agricultural land
11.2% (2023 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: arable land
arable land: 0.8% (2023 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent crops
permanent crops: 2.1% (2023 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent pasture
permanent pasture: 8.3% (2023 est.)
Land use - forest
53% (2023 est.)
Land use - other
35.8% (2023 est.)
Urbanization - urban population
100% of total population (2023)
Urbanization - rate of urbanization
1.13% annual rate of change (2020-25 est.)
Carbon dioxide emissions - total emissions
737,000 metric tonnes of CO2 (2023 est.)
Carbon dioxide emissions - from petroleum and other liquids
737,000 metric tonnes of CO2 (2023 est.)
Waste and recycling - municipal solid waste generated annually
60,000 tons (2024 est.)