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CIPS to Temporarily Suspend Acceptance of Postal Items Containing Goods to the EU
The Cayman Islands Postal Service (CIPS) advises customers that, effective 1 July 2026, it will temporarily suspend acceptance of postal items containing goods destined to European Union (EU) countries
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
New Trade Mark Regulations Strengthen Protection Against Counterfeit Goods
New Trade Marks regulations will come into effect on 17 June 2026, giving the Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control Service (CBC) a clearer process to help prevent suspected counterfeit goods from entering the Cayman Islands.

HMCIPS and Correctional Service of Canada Form Alliance
HMCIPS, under MDAHA, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this year with the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) in February to establish a structured, five-year partnership
Minister DaCosta to Advance Regional Postal Resilience
Minister for District Administration and Home Affairs, Hon. Nickolas DaCosta, will attend the 28th Caribbean Postal Union Conference and the 21st Council of Ministers for Postal Affairs, taking place from 25–29 May 2026 under the theme “Leading for Resilience - Transforming Caribbean Post for a Connected Future.”

NCFC Marks One Year in Office with Landmark Reforms and Clear Path Forward
NCFC released its one-year report, providing a comprehensive account of its first year in office including its legislative actions, strategic policy achievements and community investments delivered across all three Islands.
Incident at HMP Northward
His Majesty’s Cayman Islands Prison Service confirms that an incident occurred at HMP Northward on Saturday, 16 May 2026, resulting in injuries to two prisoners.
Government Removes Expungement Application Fees
The change removes the requirement for eligible applicants to pay a non-refundable fee when seeking to have an eligible criminal record expunged or when applying for a declaration of expungement
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