Overview
The Cayman Islands is a self-governing British Overseas Territory. UK sanctions are extended to the Cayman Islands through Orders in Council made by the UK Privy Council pursuant to section 63 of the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018.
National Competent Authorities
The Governor of the Cayman Islands is the competent authority for financial sanctions. The Financial Reporting Authority administers and coordinates sanctions and provides guidance.
Legislation
The Counter-Terrorism (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) Order 2020
Section 63 of the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018
Sanctions Lists
The Cayman Islands does not operate an independent sanctions list from the UK. The UK sanctions list is on the UK page of this site.
Guidance
Quick Guide to Financial Sanctions in the Cayman Islands
Identifying Proliferation Financing
Guidance for the Maritime Sector
House of Commons Library – The UK’s Overseas Territories and sanctions against Russia
Licensing
Governor Pre-Designation Legal Fees General Licence Reporting Form Part A
Governor Post-Designation Legal Fees General Licence Reporting Form Part B
