International Driver's License In Cayman Island: Travel And Rent A Car

Although an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) is not required in the country, it is highly recommended for tourists who are visiting the country. An IDP translates your valid driver’s license into 12 of the widely used languages worldwide.

You will need an IDP along with your valid driver’s license to be allowed to drive in another country during the following situations:

• When renting a vehicle from a car rental agency
• During checkpoints
• When stopped by road traffic authorities after being caught overspeeding

As mentioned, tourists or foreigners can drive in the country. If you want to drive in Grand Cayman with your U.S. driver’s licence, you must carry an IDP with you.

If you don’t have one yet, you can get your IDP processed today by following these steps.

1. Click on the “Start My Application” button in the upper right corner of the page.
2. Next, fill out the application form.
3. Attach a copy of your valid driving license and your passport size photo.
4. Input your credit card details to pay for the IDP fee.

Our IDP is recognized in 165+ countries, including the following:

• Afghanistan
• Armenia
• Japan
• Bahrain
• Bangladesh
• Barbados
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Brazil
• Benin
• Brunei
• Burkina Faso
• Chad
• Congo
• Ghana
• Guatemala
• Haiti
• Hong Kong
• Kuwait
• Malaysia
• Oman
• Pakistan
• Peru
• Qatar
• Romania
• Spain
• Taiwan
• Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• Uruguay

The Cayman Islands, located in the Caribbean Sea, is a perfect getaway for tourists who love relaxation and adventure. Coral reefs, shipwrecks, steep underwater walls surround the three tropical islands. And, hiking trails await visitors who can't keep away from their love for nature. Also, the country is known as a tax haven island since they never implemented any income tax, capital gain tax, property tax, payroll tax, withholding tax, or any wealth tax on the island.

Seven Mile Beach

The Seven Mile Beach or the "Ultimate Beaches on the region," named by the Caribbean Travel and Life, where Casuarinas and Coconut trees surround it has soft sand and crystal sea beach. This beach is 5.5 miles long despite its name and can give visitors a peaceful place to lay on even with the cruise ship passengers gathering on its shores.

It is an excellent destination for the family since you can go paddleboarding, water-biking, and long walks on the beach, and it also has the best view of the sunrise and sunset. On the beach coast lies the top hotels and resorts that the country offers, making it the ideal relaxation spot for travelers during their stay in the country.

Stingray City

One of Grand Cayman's top tourist destinations is Stingray City because of its famous depthless water. Here you can meet and interact with stingrays riding custom-built boats, or you can swim, dive and snorkel and watch these noble creatures swim around you, making it fun for each visitor.

George Town

George Town is the capital of the country, where tourists can shop in multiple stores, visit the National Gallery or National Trust for the Cayman Islands Visitor Center. The National Gallery of the Cayman displays a remarkable collection of local arts and has themed displays of local and international artists. And if you got tired of walking around the building, there is an Art Cafe where visitors can relax and admire the elegant sculpture gardens.

On the other hand, the National Trust for the Cayman Islands Visitor Center is where you can learn about its natural history. Preserving the island's natural, artistic, and architectural sites is one of their goals, but their principal mission is to protect the wildlife and the island's natural resources.

Devil’s Grotto

Devil's Grotto, a famous underwater oasis where visitors would be able to see many vibrant corals and marine life. The Devil's Grotto is the perfect destination for visitors that loves to go underwater and experience every living creature and sculpture below the surface.

With the help of a professional diver, you can enjoy the aquatic wildlife, see marine animals and appreciate the corals, home of some of the fishes. And what better way to finish your diving experience than to swim through the natural caverns, tunnels, and caves for you to savor every inch of the underwater oasis.

Cayman Crystal Caves

Cayman Crystal Caves, an underground cave and the island's oldest geological wonder since the cave took a long time to develop its shape. The water that drips inside the cave had formed different rock formations through time caused by mineral deposits and became crystals over time. Locals even named the cave "Cayman Pirate Caves," since it is believed that this is where pirates buried their treasure.

If you to visit the Cayman Crystal Caves, you would need to book a tour in advance. The tour will guide you to three caves and tropical forests surrounding the caves. Since there are various rock formations and waters below, absorbing the moment and taking pictures of the beautiful cave in every corner is highly recommended.

East End

If you don't like the crowd, East End Beach is the perfect spot for you. The beach is on the island's west coast, far from the visitors from the cruise ships. At East End Beach, there are also beautiful sites for diving and snorkeling. Plus, there are authentic foods for you to try, secluded beaches if you want a peaceful getaway and blowholes.

Many drivers in the Cayman Islands hail from various nationalities and countries. As such, familiarizing yourself with the Cayman Islands driving rules is highly recommended if you plan to navigate the island's roads. These rules include understanding the speed limits and adhering to their strict regulations on drinking and driving.

Law on Drunk Driving in the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands only allow 0.100% alcohol (100mg in 100ml of blood) in your system. If you are caught having more than the said percentage, you will either be fined CI$1,000 (Cayman Islands Dollars) or sent to jail for six months. You can also lose your driving rights for a year. Authorities in the Cayman Islands strictly implement their Drinking and Driving Rule since many visitors are in the area. During the islands' holiday seasons, the National Drug Council grants free bus ride services to prevent extreme road accidents.

The Law about Texting While Driving

Texting while driving law is pretty standard already worldwide. But on the Cayman Islands, if you are spotted by the authorities using your phone without using a hands-free device, you will be given a violation ticket for CI$150. Officers on the island are not afraid to provide violation tickets even if you broke the smallest road rule.