Cayman Regulatory Update – Q4 2025
08 October 2025
This Regulatory Update provides a snapshot of the key legal developments in the Cayman Islands over the last quarter, including:
- details of the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority's (CIMA) one-time non-compliant directors amnesty scheme;
- new regulatory measures for Cayman Islands virtual asset service providers; and
- an update on CIMA's withdrawal of the use of operator letters in lieu of notarised affidavits.
For additional information or for any questions, please reach out to your usual Mourant contact or one of the key contacts on this page.
See below for more details on the topics covered in this Update.
Key Cayman Updates in Q4 2025
CIMA Notice - Update to VASP Application Form
CIMA Notice - Withdrawal of operator letters in lieu of notarised affidavits
Country-by-Country Reporting on DITC Portal
New Office for Strategic Action on Illicit Finance
2025-26 National Risk Assessment launched
One-time non-compliant directors amnesty scheme
Regulatory measures - cancellation of VASP licences, registrations or waivers
AML/CFT supervision of VASPs
CIMA deregistration timeline reminder for funds
Mourant Guides and Updates
Mourant online AML and AEOI compliance training
For additional information or for any questions, please reach out to your usual Mourant contact or one of the key contacts provided on this page.
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