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Cruise liner approaching the Cayman Islands, Caribbean cruising
George Town, Grand Cayman

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Currency/Credit Cards
The currency of the Cayman Islands is the Cayman Islands Dollar, which is fixed to the US dollar at a rate of CI$ = US$1.25, making a useful conversion US$5 equals CI$4. US dollars are definitely a valid currency and they are accepted everywhere. Prices are often quoted in both currencies.

Major credit cards and Traveller’s Cheques are widely accepted. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, visitors are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
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Departure Tax & Taxes
There is a departure tax of US$25, but it is often included in the price of your ticket.

Cayman islanders and companies are not subject to any form of direct taxation. However, an import tax of between 5% and 20% is imposed on almost all imported goods
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Electricity
Domestic current runs at 110 volts AC, 60 Cycles and uses 2 pin sockets in US style.
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Embassies & Consulates
There is no diplomatic representation in the Cayman Islands, which is UK Overseas Territory. You will need to be in touch with your closest embassy or consulate, these are usually in
Jamaica.
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