Moving to one of the
most booming British colonies - Cayman Islands, to some people is an
easy decision. And we understand the reasons for that. The
Cayman Islands are considered to be like heaven on Earth.
What more could you wish for - beautiful beaches, crystal clear
water, endless sun. However, moving to the Cayman Islands would mean
making a huge life decision and changing your life completely. That's
why we also understand if you need some time to think about it.
That's why you should read
about things you should know before moving to this beautiful place.
After you consider this relocation from all sides, you will be ready
to make the right decision.

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Moving to the Cayman Islands is an easy decision for obvious reasons

About the Cayman Islands - basic information 

Moving to the Cayman
Islands is not something you do every day. You need to be prepared
and know everything necessary for the relocation. Let's start with
some of the basic information. First of all, the
Cayman Islands consists of three small islands and have a population
of around 61,000.
The territory of the islands is located in the Caribbean sea and
belongs to the United Kingdom. Other basic information about the
Cayman Islands:

• 
  the official
  language is English,
  with
  the
  Cayman Islands English dialect
  
• 
  Grand Cayman
  island holds the most of the population - 95%
  
• 
  people living there
  are mostly Christian
  
• 
  The Cayman Islands
  are a tax-free
  area,
  which makes them popular for offshore businesses and banking
  
• 
  the currency is
  (KYD) Cayman
  Islands Dollar
  
• 
  the capital is
  George
  Town 
  
• 
  the huge part of
  the population is made of expats 
  

Before moving to the Cayman Islands - find
yourself a home 

If you feel like
finding a home in the Cayman Islands may be a problem - you shouldn't
worry. First of all - the choices are many. With the jump in tourist
visits, the Cayman
Islands real estate activity has also increased.
Of course, you can browse online for hours, but there is a much
easier solution. If you hire a professional realtor, you can save
yourself a lot of time, energy and money. And how's that? Well, the
realtors know the real estate market of the islands very well, and
can easily recommend you a house or an apartment suitable for you and
your family. Next, their services are free - they are paid by the
real estate landlords. You can go and visit
a couple of places with them
- all according to your budget and your preferences. Go around the
island and find what you like.

Where you should move in the Cayman Islands?

Well, the most
popular place for expats is definitely George Town. It is the center
of the Cayman Islands, with many restaurants, supermarkets, shopping
malls. If you are wondering about the price - one bedroom apartment
average cost is €500-€800, while bigger apartments are a bit more
expensive. However, as the islands attract more and more off-shore
banking users, there are more high-end
properties developing in the Cayman Islands.

Prepare the documents for moving to the Cayman
Islands

There are certain
documents you should take care of before the relocation to the Cayman
Islands. Be sure to :

1. bring
   your passport (and for your children) and driver's license
   
2. proofs
   of any professional memberships or employment contract, education
   degrees, and immigration
   papers.
   
3. prepare
   your bank documents – be sure to have records of your credit
   company activities, bank references, etc. Have everything you need
   to open a bank account in the Cayman Islands. Later on, you can do
   everything you need with online
   banking.
   
4. have
   you car’s insurance company letter. It will help you when you want
   to get the new car insurance after you move.
   
   
5. work
   permit – there are two types of work permit here : temporary
   (lasts for six months) and annual (lasts for a longer time). If you
   are not a native English speaker, you also have to pass a language
   test before you are allowed to work in the Cayman Islands.
   

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Be sure to prepare all the necessary documents before moving to the
cayman islands

Apply your kids to school

One
of the most important steps to moving to the Cayman Islands is
applying your children to a school. It is important to do this as
soon as possible, since there are usually waiting lists in many
schools.

Move your items – the safe way

After
you find a home, it is necessary to find a way to move your
belongings. Yes, it can be an overwhelming process of planning and
organization. The best way to make your relocation easier, is to hire
a reliable local or international moving company. If you don’t have
a lot of relocation experience, you
should better check what are the trustworthy companies –
using Verified Movers. Be
sure to find someone you can trust by checking the analysis of
companies you consider to hire. This way your relocation will be a
positive, safe and pleasant experience rather than a cause of stress.

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for a safe relocation, choose a verified mover

Set your mail

To
receive your mail and shipped items, be sure to set
up a postal box.
It is important to do this as soon as possible, so you don’t miss
out on any mails or deliveries.

Find a new doctor

It
is essential to have a doctor as soon as you move. Also, if you
receive any kind of treatment od medication, be sure to bring your
medical records and prescriptions from your ‘old home’ doctor.
Furthermore, have a couple of more prescription for the necessary
medication, to have enough until you settle and find a new doctor in
the Cayman Islands.

Don’t forget your pet

Moving
to the Cayman Islands means your pet is probably is moving with you.
Relocation of the pets can be tricky and stressful, so make sure to
prepare
your furry friends for the move. Furthermore, find a new vet as
soon as you arrive – bring the old medical records for your pet,
too.

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Your furry friend is also moving - make sure to help them deal with
the move

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featured picture - moving to the cayman islands