Foreign travel advice

Cayman Islands

Health

Before you travel check that:

  • your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
  • you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Emergency medical number

Call 911 and ask for an ambulance.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

See what health risks you’ll face in the Cayman Islands, including:

  • Zika virus
  • dengue

Medication

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro.

The NHS has information on whether you can take your medicine abroad.

Healthcare facilities in the Cayman Islands

There are 3 well-equipped hospitals on Grand Cayman, 2 in the capital, George Town, and one in the Eastern part of the island. A smaller facility, Faith Hospital, on Cayman Brac, can cope with most routine medical and dental problems.

Treatment is expensive and more serious cases will normally be stabilised in the Cayman Islands before being transferred to the USA.

Hospital treatment

For non-urgent medical assistance, contact:

  • Grand Cayman Hospital: (345) 949 8600
  • Cayman Brac Hospital: (345) 948 2225

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro.