WORC and DLP Investigate Immigration and Work Permit Irregularities
Summary
WORC (Workforce Opportunities & Residency Cayman) and DLP (Department of Labour and Pensions) acknowledge recent media reports of alleged immigration and work permit irregularities involving specific individuals and businesses under the Immigration Transition Act. Both departments confirm they are actively investigating credible allegations and taking appropriate actions including investigations, administrative measures, and referrals for prosecution where evidence exists.
What changed
WORC and DLP have issued a press release acknowledging recent media reports regarding alleged immigration and work permit irregularities involving specific individuals and businesses. Both departments state they are actively investigating credible allegations under the Immigration Transition Act and will take appropriate actions including investigations, administrative measures, and referrals for prosecution where evidence exists.
Employers, employees, and businesses operating in the Cayman Islands should be aware that WORC and DLP enforcement units are actively investigating immigration and work permit matters. The public is encouraged to report concerns confidentially through the provided channels. Those with potential compliance issues related to immigration or labour matters should review their current practices and consider seeking legal advice if needed.
What to do next
- Report immigration breaches to worccomplaints@gov.ky or anonymously via worc.ky
- Report Labour Act violations via the confidential tip line at 945-3073 or DLP@gov.ky
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WORC and DLP Actively Investigate Serious Allegations
15 April 2026 | Press Release | By: Martha Connolly
The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and its subsequent departments, the Department of Labour and Pensions (DLP) and Workforce Opportunities & Residency Cayman (WORC) acknowledge recent media reports regarding alleged immigration and work permit irregularities involving specific individuals and businesses.
All allegations of wrongdoing and breaches of the Immigration Transition Act are taken seriously and all reports are assessed in accordance with established protocols by DLP and WORC. Where credible evidence exists, appropriate actions are taken, including investigations, administrative measures, and referrals for prosecution.
The enforcement unit of WORC and DLP remain committed to protecting vulnerable workers, ensuring compliance, and maintaining the integrity of the immigration system, and encourages the public to report concerns, which will be handled confidentially.
Persons are reminded to submit immigration breaches or tips to worccomplaints@gov.ky or anonymously using the online form on worc.ky. To submit tips on breach of the Labour Act, persons can call the confidential tip line a 345 (945-3073) or submit in writing by emailing DLP@gov.ky
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