VASP 2024 Annual Renewal Fees
The Authority is advising all registered virtual assets service providers that, as outlined in Schedule 2 of the Virtual Asset (Se...
Read MoreObservations and Changes for REEFS Investment Strategy Selections
To enhance monitoring and improve the reporting accuracy of the regulated Mutual Funds’ and Private Funds’ (the “Funds”) i...
Read MorePhishing Email Alert
We are aware of a potential phishing email purporting to be from CIMA. The email is sent from helen.spiegel@ky-cima.net
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will close on Friday, 3 November to facilitate a staff function.
Read MoreFiling of Audited Financial Statements and Fund Annual Return Form for Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority”) is aware of the current system issue affecting the filing of audited f...
Read MoreUpdate to Cayman Financial Sanctions Regime
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) hereby notifies financial service providers (“FSPs”) that an updat...
Read MoreEaster Holiday Office Hours
In observance of the Easter public holidays, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will close today, Thursday, 6 April 2023 at 3:0...
Read MoreUpdated Statement on Silicon Valley Bank
Following the failure of Silicon Valley Bank (“SVB”) and the appointment of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC"...
Read MorePrivate Fund SP Fees to be Returned
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) wishes to advise financial service providers that with immediate effect, it wil...
Read MoreStatement on Silicon Valley Bank
Following the recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank ("SVB") and the intervention by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("F...
Read MoreVASP 2023 Annual Renewal Fees
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is advising all Registered virtual assets service providers that, as o...
Read MoreMoney Services Business - Requirement to be Licensed
CIMA would like to remind all businesses/persons carrying out foreign currency exchange and money transmitting services of the req...
Read MoreInterim HOD to Lead Investments Supervision Division
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) is undertaking a search for a new Head of its Investment Supervision Division.
Read MoreGeneral Licence Under Russian Sanctions Issued
On 4 October 2022, His Excellency the Governor of the Cayman Islands issued the General Licence GL/2022/0001 pursuant to Regulatio...
Read MoreCIMA Reopens After All-Clear of Hurricane Ian
Following the recent all-clear issued by the Cayman Islands Government, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will reopen tomorrow...
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure Due to Expected Hurricane Conditions
In light of the expected hurricane conditions, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will close today, Friday, 23 September 2022 a...
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure
Following the announcement made by the Cayman Islands Government, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will observe the public ho...
Read MoreChange in Distribution Method for AML Survey Forms
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises all regulated financial service providers (“FSPs”) that th...
Read MoreNew Bank Account Numbers for Payment of Regulatory Fees
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) wishes to advise all regulated entities of changes to its bank account numbers....
Read MoreEarly Office Closure
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will close on Friday, 12 August 2022 at 11:30 am to facilitate a staff meeting.
Read MoreEarly Office Closure
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will close on Friday, 6 May 2022 at 11:30 am to facilitate a staff meeting.
Read MoreVASP FAQs Update
This notice provides an update to the FAQs relating to the Virtual Asset Service Provider(“VASP”) registration process to assi...
Read MoreEaster Holiday Office Hours
In observance of the Easter public holidays, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority of fices will be closed on Good Friday, 15 Apri...
Read MoreReminder of Travel Rule Requirements for VASPs
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) hereby reminds all virtual asset service providers (“VASPs”) of th...
Read MoreTargeted Financial Sanctions - Russia and Belarus
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises financial service providers (“FSPs”) and virtual asset ser...
Read MoreUpdated Private Fund Audit Waiver Policy
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises that the Regulatory Policy–Exemption from Audit Requirement ...
Read MoreAML Data Collection for Pre-2000 Non-Compliant Accounts
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises financial service providers (“FSPs”) that, effective immed...
Read MoreTravel Rule Requirements for VASP
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) hereby advises that PART XA of the Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) (...
Read MorePrivate Funds - Updated Fund Annual Return Form
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is advising that an updated version of the Fund Annual Return ("FAR") ...
Read MoreVASP Registration Update and Regulatory Developments
This notice provides an update on the Virtual Asset Service Provider (“VASP”) registration process and regulatory developments...
Read MoreCancellation Procedures for Registered Private Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises that the cancellation procedures for registered private funds
Read More2022 Annual Declaration for Registered Persons
The 2022 Annual Declaration Form for Registered Persons under the Securities Investment Business Act (the “SIBA”) will become ...
Read MoreEarly Office Closure
As part of the COVID-19 protocols, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will close today, Friday, 17 September 2021 at 12:...
Read MorePrivate Fund Audit Requirement - Extension
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises that the filing due date of the Private Fund FAR (PFR-049-77)
Read MoreRelated Fund Entity Filings for Private Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) hereby advises that the Private Funds RFE form (the “RFE Form”) is...
Read MoreCIMA Reopens After All-Clear of Tropical Storm Ida
Following the recent issue of the all-clear, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will reopen its offices at 9:00 a.m. today, Fri...
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure Due to Tropical Storm Ida
In light of the Tropical Storm Warning declared by the Cayman Islands Government,
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure Due to Tropical Storm Grace
In light of the Tropical Storm Warning declared by the Cayman Islands Government, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will be cl...
Read MoreFAR Filings for Private Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) hereby advises that the Private Fund FAR form (the “Form”) will be...
Read MoreThe Appointment, Duties and Responsibilities of Anti-Money Laundering Officers
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) reminds all persons carrying out relevant financial business (“Licen...
Read MoreChange in Effective Date for Basel II Public Disclosures
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority” or “CIMA”) is issuing
amendments
Private Fund Audit Requirement
Further to the Notice dated 22 July 2020, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is providing an update regar...
Read MoreCIMA Early Office Closure
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will be closed to the public on Friday, 19 February from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Read MoreSurrender of Director Registration or Professional Director Licence
The Authority reminds a registered director or professional director of their ongoing obligations as imposed by the DRLA.
Read MoreSupervisory Circular - VASP Registration Reminder
Further to the commencement order that brought the Virtual Asset (Service Providers) Act, 2020 (the “VASP Act”) into effect
Read MoreTermination of Mutual Funds on or prior to 31 December 2020
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises of the following accommodation for mutual fund termination app...
Read MoreAudited Financial Statements and Filing FAR Form 4.0
The FAR Form version 4.0 (FAR-016-22-04) and updated Completion Guide are now available on the Authority’s website.
Read More2021 Annual Declaration for Registered Persons – ADR 046 – 75
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) has released the 2021 Annual Declaration form for Registered Persons A...
Read MoreSupervisory Circular - AML/CFT Reporting Forms for VASPs
Further to the launch of the regulatory framework for the Virtual Asset (Service Providers) Law, 2020 on 31 October 2020
Read MoreLimited Investor Fund - Audit Requirement
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is advising an update to one of the frequently asked questions relatin...
Read MoreCIMA Notice - Foreign Currency Exchange
It has come to the attention of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) that some businesses/persons are excha...
Read MoreElectronic Submission of De-registration Applications for Regulated Mutual Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority is advising of an update to the process for submitting deregistration applications for regul...
Read MoreMutual Funds Registrations - New REEFS Form Now Live
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority is advising of an update to the process of registering a Limited Investor Fund.
Read MoreExtension for Audited Financial Statements and Fund Annual Return Form for Mutual Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is advising of an enhancement to the process:
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure, Working From Home
In light of the Tropical Storm Warning declared by the Cayman Islands Government on 4 October 2020
Read MoreDe-registration of SIBL Excluded Persons for Non-Compliance
WHEREAS the Authority gave notice on 19 June 2019 (the “Original Notice”) of the
obligation
Advisory - Dissemination of Targeted Financial Sanctions Designation Updates
Further to the Notice dated 7 February 2020, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA” or “the Authority”) is advising...
Read MorePrivate Funds Law FAQs Update - AIVs Registration and Audit Requirements
Further to the Notice dated 3 March 2020 and subsequent updates,
Read MorePrivate Funds Law FAQs Update - Audit Requirements
Further to the Notice dated 3 March 2020 and subsequent updates,
Read MorePrivate Funds & Mutual Funds - Regulatory Rule Segregation of Assets FAQs
Further to the recently issued (July 2020) Regulatory Rules Segregation of Assets - Private Funds and Mutual Funds,
Read MoreCIMA Begins Soft Reopening
Following the recent announcement made by the Cayman Islands Government on 17 June 2020 regarding the safe reopening of businesses...
Read MoreFraudulent Due Diligence Email
It has been brought to our attention that an email with the subject: CIMA - Due Diligence & Questionnaire Request,
Read MorePrivate Funds Law FAQs Update
The purpose of these FAQs is to provide guidance to ensure common, uniform and consistent application of the concepts
Read MoreAdvisory - AML/CFT Compliance During COVID-19
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority” or “CIMA”) recognises that this is a challenging time for our regul...
Read MoreNew Funds Laws FAQs Update
Further to our previous notice dated 3 March 2020, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has recently issued additional frequently...
Read MoreREEFS Offline, System Upgrade
Industry users are advised that our Regulatory Enhanced Electronic Forms Submission (REEFS) portal will be offline
Read MoreKey Email Addresses for Remote Access
As we continue to work remotely, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority is taking the necessary steps to fulfill our commitment.
Read MoreCIMA Easter Holiday Observance
While the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) continues to work remotely during Cayman’s Shelter-in-Place Curfew.
Read MoreRegulatory Aid for Banking Industry
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) appreciates that licensees and registrants may experience challenges as a resul...
Read MoreRegulatory Filing Extensions Update
Further to our notice dated 25 March 2020, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) wishes to advise of the following:
Mutual Funds (Amendment) Law 2020 FAQs
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) outlines below, for your reference.
Read MoreCIMA Allows Extension for Regulatory Filings
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority”) continues to be vigilant in its efforts to monitor and respond to regu...
Read MoreCIMA Moves to Complete Mandatory Remote Work
Following instructions received from the Cayman Islands Government on 24 March 2020 regarding the ongoing threat of the Coronaviru...
Read MoreCIMA Remains Operational
Amid the ongoing threat of the Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority”) ...
Read MoreOffice Closure Update
Further to our earlier notice dated 19 March, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will be closing its office on Friday, 2...
Read MoreCIMA Office Closures
Effective 19 March 2020, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will be closing its office at 2:00 pm.
Currency Sales Counter Closed
In light of the Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) outbreak, and in an effort to reduce in-person customer interaction.
Read MoreCIMA Response to Coronavirus
The Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) outbreak is an increasing concern and has been impacting many businesses worldwide.
Read MoreCombined 2019 Sectoral Risk Ratings
In 2019, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“Authority” or “CIMA”)) conducted a risk assessment of the risks of money ...
Read MoreTerrorist Financing National Risk Assessment
To address both the findings in the National Risk Assessment of 2015 and the CFATF Mutual Evaluation Report.
Read MoreDe-registration of SIBL Excluded Persons
WHEREAS the Authority gave notice on 19 June 2019 (the “Original Notice”) of the obligation.
Read MoreSIBL Excluded Persons Risk Assessment
To address the findings in the CFATF Mutual Evaluation Report, the Cayman Islands in 2019 undertook a risk assessment of the Exclu...
Read MorePrivate Funds Law 2020 FAQs
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) outlines below, for your reference.
Read MoreFunds Registration Notice (Interim Measures)
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) outlines below, for your reference, the process for submitting registr...
Read MoreIndustry Notice - Dissemination of Targeted Financial Sanctions Designations
In order to further promote awareness and compliance with Targeted Financial Sanctions
(“TFS”) obligations.
CIMA Expands Outreach Efforts
As a part of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority’s (“the Authority”) commitment to ensuring that licensees and interested ...
Read MoreRetail Banking Fees List - 1 February 2020
The contents of this publication is to provide general information for the benefit of the public. It is an extract from the overal...
Read MoreCIMA Office Closure & Relocation
Please be advised that the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority will be relocating to the following address.
Read MoreHoliday Office Closures 2019
Please be advised that CIMA’s business hours during the Christmas and New Year’s period are as follows:
MLRO SAR Filing Obligations for SIB Licensees and Registrants
Obligations of the Money-Laundering Reporting Officer (“MLRO”)
Extension of Filing Deadline for MFAs
Deadline Extension for the filing of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the
Financing of Terrorism (“AML/CFT”) Reporting...
Update: AML/CFT Reporting Forms for MFAs
Reference is made to the Notice – Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (“AML/CFT”) Reporting
Read MorePublic Advisory - Virtual Assets and Virtual Asset Service Providers
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority”) is reminding the public that the provision of virtual asset services.
Read MoreIndustry Notice - AML/CFT Reporting Forms for MFAs
In line with international standards for combating money laundering, terrorist financing, proliferation financing.
Read MoreSubscription for New Content on CIMA Website
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is pleased to announce that users can now subscribe to various pages o...
Read MoreFund Registration FAQs
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) outlines below, responses to some recent frequently asked questions re...
Read MoreRe-registration as a Registered Person – Requirement for Two Directors
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) has previously notified all
persons currently registered as excluded p...
CIMA Network Systems Restored
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“The Authority”) wishes to advise that its network systems, including e-mails, telephon...
Read MoreCIMA Network Issues Update
Please be advised that the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“The Authority”) is still actively working to repair network iss...
Read MoreCIMA Experiences Network Issues
Please be advised that the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority is currently experiencing network issues.
Read MoreNotice to Industry - Reminder: SIBL Excluded Persons - AML/CFT Reporting Forms & Re-registration
The Authority issued Notices on 6th, 12th and 19th of June, 2019, whereby it notified all persons currently registered as excluded...
Read MoreNotice to Industry - SIBL Excluded Persons - AML/CFT Reporting Forms & Re-registration
The Authority issued Notices on 6 June, 2019, and 12 June, 2019 whereby it notified all persons currently registered as excluded p...
Read MoreEReporting Notice - Audit Requirements and Filings: Regulated Funds FAQs
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) outlines below, for your reference
Read MoreAML - CFT Reporting Requirements for Securities Investment Business Registrants
In line with international standards for combating money laundering, terrorist financing, proliferation financing and other relate...
Read MoreNew Regulatory Measures
The following new regulatory measures were published in the Gazette on 4 March 2019 and are now in force.
Read MoreEarly Office Closure
Please be advised that CIMA will be closing its offices on Monday, 25 March at 12:30 p.m. in order to facilitate a staff meeting.
AML/CFT Obligations and Requirements for Excluded Persons.
The Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (2018 Revision) (the “AMLRs”) and the Guidance Notes on the Prevention and Detection of ...
Read MoreAmended SIBL Excluded Person Registrations and Renewal Forms
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) has updated the Application for SIB Excluded Persons form (APP-101-28-...
Read MoreFAQs for Filing of REEFS Forms for AML Officers to Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) outlines below, for your reference
Read MoreAML FAQs for Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) outlines below, for your reference
Read MoreAppointment of MLRO AMLCO For Funds
Pursuant to regulations 3(1) and 33 of the ALMRs, a fund doing business in or from the Cayman Islands must designate a natural per...
Read MoreHoliday Office Closures 2018
Please be advised that CIMA’s business hours during the Christmas and New Year’s period are as follows:
Procedures for Mutual Fund Administrators Licence
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) advises that entities seeking to conduct mutual fund administration bu...
Read MoreCancellation Procedures for Regulated Funds
Regulated funds submitting an application for the cancellation of a Certificate of
Registration or a Mutual Fund Licence must adhe...
CIMA Office Closure - 26 October 2018
Please be advised that due to a water pipe break, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will close at 2 p.m. today, 26 Octo...
Read MoreMaldives Asset-Freezing
These Regulations make provision relating to the enforcement of Council
Regulation (EU) 2018/1001 of 16th July 2018
Public Advisory - Understanding Foreclosures
Losing your home is the last thing any homeowner wants to think about. However, by understanding the foreclosure process and what ...
Read MorePublic Advisory - Virtual Currencies
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) is issuing an advisory on the potential risks of investments.
Read MoreAML Notification – Extension of the Notification Deadline for Funds
The deadline for notifying the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority), of the appointment by a regulated fund of an ...
Read MoreEarly Office Closure on 29 June 2018
Please be advised that in order to facilitate a staff meeting, CIMA will be closing its offices on Friday, 29 June 2018 at 12:30 p...
Read MoreSpecial Issue of Supervisory Circular - Business Continuity and Disaster Preparedness - May 2018
The 2017 hurricane season was by all accounts hyperactive and catastrophic, with 17 named storms, 10 The 2017 hurricane.
Read MorePublic Advisory - Insurance Preparedness for Hurricane Season
The hurricane season may be hard to predict, but it is not hard to prepare for it.
Insurance plays a critical role in protecting y...
Fraudulent YouTube Video
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority”) has become aware of a YouTube video with the title “Cayman monetary ...
Read MoreThe Venezuela (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) Order 2018
NOTICE is hereby given that the Venezuela (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories)
Order 2018, SI 2018 No. 179
FinCEN Advisory for US Financial Institutions
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) draws to your attention the recent advisory, FIN-2017-A006
Read MoreHurricane Irma – Business Continuity /Disaster Recovery
In the wake of Hurricane Irma’s devastating impact on the infrastructure of a number of our Caribbean neighbors
Read MoreTermination of Regulated Funds - Apr 2017
A regulated fund that is seeking to terminate its registration or cancel its licence with the Authority should submit the requisit...
Read MoreAdministrative Termination FAQs
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) outlines below, for your reference
Read MorePerformance Survey 2017
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (The Authority) is seeking the opinions of industry professionals
Read MoreEnhancement of Fee Notification
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”), in its commitment to
continuously improving and enhancing.
Fraudulent Email - October 2016
It has been brought to the Authority’s attention that an email with the subject: Important Review
Read MoreDe-registration of LUT and LUL Funds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) continuously reviews the files of all Regulated Mutual Funds.
Read MoreForeign Bank Accounts
It has come to the attention of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority(“CIMA”)
Read MorePooling of Monetary Resources
The Cayman Islands Money Authority wishes to remind the public that the pooling of monies for remittance constitutes money service...
Read MoreWarning Notice - A2 Fund
We write to you in your capacity as directors of the fund.
Read MoreCybersecurity Circular
Earlier this year, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority reminded the financial services industry.
Business Email Compromise Schemes
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) wishes to alert Financial Service Providers to an increasing trend in ...
Read MoreFraudulent Email - April 2016
It has been brought to the Authority’s attention that an email with the subject: Circular No.: 2016/088
Read MoreRegulatory Handbook Appendices
Please note that the Appendices section of the Regulatory Handbook has been updated.
Read MoreStatement on Cayman National Entities Settlement
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) is aware of the US$6 million settlement reached with the United States Department of ...
Read MoreSupervisory Information Circular Issued
We are pleased to introduce the first edition of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority’s (the “Authority”) Supervisory Issue...
Read MoreNew REEFS FAR Form
The new FAR Form in Excel format and the applicable Completion Guide are now available and have been uploaded to the website as at...
Read MoreCIMA Holiday Hours 2015
The Public is advised That the CIMA's business hours
Read MoreCurrency Exchange
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is cognizant of the present challenges within the money services indus...
Read MoreImplementation of the Rule and Procedures Advisory
Credit Unions, Building Societies and the Development Bank will benefit from a
transitional period until April, 2016
AFS and FAR - Extension of Filing Deadline
Funds with a financial year end ("FYE") of 31 December 2014 are required to file audited financial statements
Read MoreStatement by the Board of Directors of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority
Further to the Authority’s statement of June 1 2015, concerning allegations and investigations in relation to activities of a nu...
Read MoreStatement on Indictment of FIFA Officials
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the Authority) is aware of the allegations which have been made by Swiss and US Federal aut...
Read MoreRevised REEFS FAR Form
The Authority's REEFS Portal https://reefs.cimaconnect.com will be used to file FAR forms for funds with a financial year end of 3...
Read MoreStatement on AIFMD Passporting Regime
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority ("CIMA") is aware that the European Securities Markets Authority ("ESMA") is due to make a r...
Read MorePooling of Monies for Remittance
The Cayman Islands Money Authority wishes to remind the public that the pooling of monies for remittance constitutes money service...
Read MoreFAR Filing Reporting Portal Now Open
The Authority’s REEFS Portal https://reefs.cimaconnect.com will be used to file FAR forms for funds with a financial year end of...
Read MoreCayman Islands ML_TF National Risk Assessment Survey
The Cayman Islands is a member of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF)
Read MoreOffice Closure 27 February 2015
THE CAYMAN ISLANDS MONETARY AUTHORITY WILL BE CLOSED FOR A STAFF MEETING
Read MoreE-Reporting Portal Closed
Please be advised that the E-Reporting Portal (the “Portal”) has been closed for filings by funds with a financial year end fr...
Read MoreREEFS Fact Sheet
The new system is an online portal for electronic submission of required financial services information to CIMA.
Read MoreTermination of Registration or Licence FAQs
Termination of Registration or Licence – Administrative Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
Russia Crimea and Sevastopol (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) (Amendment) Order 2014
NOTICE is hereby given that the Russia, Crimea and Sevastopol (Sanctions)
(Overseas Territories) (Amendment) Order 2014
Russia Crimea and Sevastopol (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) Order 2014
NOTICE is hereby given that the Russia, Crimea and Sevastopol (Sanctions)
(Overseas Territories) Order 2014
The Sudan (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) Order 2014
NOTICE is hereby given that the Sudan (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) Order
2014, SI 2014 No. 2707
The United Nations Sanctions (Revocations) Order 2014
NOTICE is hereby given that the United Nations Sanctions (Revocations) Order
2014, SI 2014 No. 2711
Directors Registration and Licensing Law 2014
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”), in connection with the Directors Registration and Licensing Law, 2014
Read MoreDirector Registration and Licensing Bill FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions Directors Registration and Licensing Law, 2014
Read MoreSanctions Orders
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority recently updated the list of international Sanctions Orders applicable in the Cayman Islands...
Read MoreExtension of Transition Period Under the Insurance Law 2010
WHEREAS, it has become necessary to adequately approximate the true underlying risk profile of licensees
Read MoreStatement - Delegation of AML CFT Obligations
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“the Authority”) issues the following public statement in order to clarify the interpre...
Read MoreUkraine Gazette Order
The Ukraine (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) Order 2014
Read MoreDecision Notice - Primasia Korea Growth Fund
We Write to you in your directors the funds.
Read MoreSafe Care Financial Ltd Not Regulated by CIMA
(Grand Cayman, Friday, 16 August 2013) It has come to the attention of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA)
Read MoreNew Insurance Annual Returns Requirements
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) announces that, in conjunction with Section 9 of the Insurance
Law, 2010 (the Law)
Fund Annual Return Filing Fees
On 30 January 2013 the Mutual Funds (Annual Returns) (Amendment) Regulations (2012) came into effect
Read MoreStatement on AIFMD
The Cayman Islands Government passed an amendment on 15 March, 2013,
Read MoreCIMA Signs MOU with FSA Successor Agencies
On 1 April, 2013, the United Kingdom’s Financial Services Act 2012 enters into force, and functions previously exercised by the ...
Read MoreIndustry Advisory of Fee Changes
The Cayman Islands Government informs industry that a number of legislative amendments and regulations will be gazetted in the nex...
Read MoreScam Warning - Cayman Islands Account Holders Update Email Not From CIMA
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) has become aware that several companies and individuals have received an email purpor...
Read MoreMaster Funds Registration Form MF4 Issued
Master Funds must be registered with the Authority in the prescribed manner before carrying on business in or from the Islands.
Read MoreRule on Regulatory Reporting Standards Deferred
After further consideration the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has
decided to defer the implementation of the Rule
UN Security Council Resolution 1970 (2011) - Libya
Expressing grave concern at the situation in the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya and
condemning the violence and use of force against civil...
Notice from Attorney General - Libya Asset Freeze
the Anti-money laundering steering group wishes to advice the Cayman islands financial industry
Read MoreNew Rule on Regulatory Reporting Standards Issued
GRAND CAYMAN (Monday, 14 March 2011) - The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) has issued a
new rule called the Rule on Regul...
Been Promised Millions to Help Move Large Sums of Cash? It’s a Scam!
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) is again warning the public, both in the Cayman Islands and overseas:
Read MoreMyron Gushlak and Bluewater Partners Not Regulated by CIMA
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) hereby advises the public that Mr. Myron Gushlak,
Read MoreDo Not Respond to Emails Requesting Personal Bank Information
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority reminds the public that best practices for banks that are licensed to operate
Read MoreReinsurance Company Engaging in Business Without Proper Authorisation
Reinsurance Company Engaging in Business Without Proper Authorisation
Read MoreCIMA Holiday Hours 2009
(Wednesday, 9 December 2009) The public is advised that the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority’s (CIMA) business hours during the...
Read MoreAdvisory - OBI Not Licensed By CIMA
(Grand Cayman —16 November 2009) It has come to the attention of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA)
Read MoreCIMA Investment Schemes Warning
The public is being cautioned about joining ‘investment schemes’ which lure investors with promises of high returns.
CIMA Issues Warning for Advance Fee Frauds
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) is warning the public, both locally and internationally,
Read MoreFee Schedule - 6 Jan 2010
Cayman Islands Monetary Authority Fee Schedule
Banks and Trust Companies
Online Funds and Securities Forms Now Available
The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the “Authority”) is pleased to advise that the following forms are currently available ...
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