Topic: Immigration (Transition) Act

Deputy Leader of the Opposition Kenneth Bryan suggests bipartisan consultation on immigration law implementation and fiscal strategy.

Companies that are required to have Business Staffing Plans in accordance with the Immigration (Transition) Act have been warned they will not have work permit applications approved unless they meet all of the conditions concerning scholarships, internships, apprenticeships, succession planning and advertising.

Cayman Finance says it is concerned that proposed changes to immigration legislation that require work-permit holders to leave Cayman for a year before taking up a new job here will stymie recruitment efforts within the industry.

A parliamentary white paper has outlined a raft of proposed immigration reforms, including requiring work-permit holders to leave Cayman for a year before they can work for a new employer, and extending timelines for status and permanent residency applications.

Immigration attorney Nick Joseph analyses the proposed amendments to the Immigration (Transition) Act, highlighting what will work and what merits concern.