Cayman Island

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Hi...my GF/Partner was thinking of getting a job there. Her high school friend (who works there for 2 years already) is helping her to get a job there. Anyone been there? How was it?

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Hi...my GF/Partner was thinking of getting a job there. Her high school friend (who works there for 2 years already) is helping her to get a job there. Anyone been there? How was it?

I've been to Grand Cayman. In my opinion it's extremely expensive there. I can't imagine being able to live there...for more than a week, that is...

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Hi...my GF/Partner was thinking of getting a job there. Her high school friend (who works there for 2 years already) is helping her to get a job there. Anyone been there? How was it?

From what one of the local bartenders told me, they pay no taxes... Even on real estate they pay a one time fee up to 7.5%.

Another resident that was on our plane going to the Cayman's said, they've passed recent laws that don't allow you stay on the island full time, but I can't remember the particulars.

I would assume your girlfriend knows all this already.

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From what one of the local bartenders told me, they pay no taxes... Even on real estate they pay a one time fee up to 7.5%.

Another resident that was on our plane going to the Cayman's said, they've passed recent laws that don't allow you stay on the island full time, but I can't remember the particulars.

I would assume your girlfriend knows all this already.

Other than the cost of food, shelter, electricity and gasoline, loved it!

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Another resident that was on our plane going to the Cayman's said, they've passed recent laws that don't allow you stay on the island full time, but I can't remember the particulars.

I heard something like you have to have 2 million in liquid assets if you want to retire there, it could be more, my memory is fuzzy, but I remember knowing there was no way I was ever going to be able to do it....

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The preceding replies are remarkably under-informed. I won't attempt to explain Cayman's resident requirements or the current "rollback" program. You can find detailed info on the Cayman Government web site. Simply, it's their approach to immigration control. It's a small island that could easily become overpopulated. What is wonderful about Grand Cayman Island is:
- world class scuba diving and snorkeling - mostly at your doorstep.
- pollution and enviromental controls that ensure clear waters and clean beaches
- excellent resturants, bar food, buffets, and fast food in all price ranges.
- extremely low crime rates. No beach peddlers, muggers, pickpockets, scammers.
- gasoline prices are on a par with those throughtout Europe
- grocery stores are well stocked and prices on most items are on a par with US stores.
- and best of all, nice, friendly people from many different parts of the world.
I'll be going there every year until I can't.