On Friday, KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC – The Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control (CBC) announced that it reopened its visa office here earlier this week.
The office was closed to the public in March 2020 due to COVID-19 and converted to a virtual operation by servicing the public’s queries and applications.
According to a release from the CBC, the reopening offers a change in service by assisting with virtual applications and the processing of fees.
“The office will no longer accept paper applications, interview applicants, endorse passports, or provide any information relating to the status of the application.”
The CBC says the office is taking a more modern approach, as services will now be completed using an online processing system. There will be kiosks in the office where customers can come in to complete the online application process, including online payments.
The CBC’s Deputy Director, Gary Wong, says that an employee will be able to assist in the office for persons who may have challenges accessing the Internet or will require assistance in the process.
The statement added that visa applicants should allow 14 days for processing, noting that applicants must have a passport with at least six months of validity from the proposed arrival date.
The CBC said travel authorization would be issued via email, which allows for travel for approved visas.
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