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PUBLIC ADVISORY: RCIPS and Cayman Government Warn of Text Message Scam
Updated as of 4 July 2026 9:00 p.m. The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) and Cayman Islands Government (CIG) are urgently warning the public of text message scam which is circulating locally.
Cabinet Approves Increased Duty Allowances for Returning Residents
Cayman Islands families will keep more money in their pockets this summer and beyond, as the NCFC Government delivers meaningful cost-of-living relief through higher duty-free allowances for returning residents.
Appointment of Marlon Bodden as Director of Customs and Border Control Service
MDAHA is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Marlon Bodden as Director of the Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC), effective 1 July 2026, following a competitive and open recruitment process
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What We Do
The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control (CBC) Service is responsible for the protection of our borders, the collection of Import Duties, Package tax, and Warehouse fees under the Customs and Border Control Act and Regulations. CBC is also responsible for the management of travel and trade.
Our Vision: To strengthen the security and stability of the Cayman Islands through an intelligence-led risk management approach.
Mission: To collect and protect revenue, facilitate legitimate travel and trade while providing effective border management for the safety of our environment, citizens, and visitors.
Publications
Articles Taken Abroad (As Baggage) Registration Form
Use this form to register articles you are taking abroad.
C5 – Unaccompanied Personal Effects
This form is for you to declare your belongings to Customs and Border Control and to claim any duty-free reliefs that may apply when you return to or transfer your normal home to the Cayman Islands, or if you are a student coming to study in the Cayman Islands.
Contact Us
Address
42 Owen Roberts Dr.
Bx 898
Grand Cayman KY1-1103 CAYMAN ISLANDS
