Alright, so I had this thing I needed to sort out – getting myself a Cayman Islands driving license. I’ve heard it’s a bit of a process, but hey, who doesn’t love a good bureaucratic adventure, right?
Getting Started
First things first, I figured I needed to gather some documents. Obviously, they need to know it’s really me, so I started digging out some identification papers. I also knew they’d want some photos, like the kind you get for passports – you know, the ones where you can’t smile. Got those done, two of them, with a plain white background just like they wanted.
The Written Test
Next up, I learned that there’s this written test. It’s one of those computerized things, all touch screen, which is kinda cool. Forty questions, all multiple-choice, and they cover stuff from the road code and traffic laws. Honestly, it wasn’t too bad. I did a bit of studying beforehand, which helped. You gotta book a slot for this test, so I made sure to do that in advance.

- Booked a test appointment.
- Studied the road code (boring but necessary).
- Took the test (and passed, phew!).
The Practical Part
Passing the written test was just the beginning, though. Then came the driving test. Now, I’ve been driving for years, but it’s always a bit nerve-wracking with an examiner in the car, judging your every move. I had to declare what kind of vehicle I wanted to be tested on. I mean, it makes sense, driving a truck is different from a scooter, right?
Putting It All Together
With both tests under my belt, I thought I was golden. But there was still the matter of paying the fees. I found out that an international driving permit is about 60 bucks, and that’s separate from the local license fee. So, I had to make sure I had enough cash on hand to cover all of that.
Finally, the License!
After jumping through all these hoops, I finally got my hands on the Cayman Islands driving license. It was a bit of a saga, but I made it. Now I can legally drive around these beautiful islands, which is pretty sweet. I just have to remember which side of the road they drive on here – gotta keep those habits in check!
And that’s my story of getting a driving license in the Cayman Islands. It’s not just a piece of plastic; it’s a symbol of my triumph over bureaucracy! Or something like that. Anyway, if you’re planning to do the same, hopefully, my experience gives you a bit of a heads-up. It’s not rocket science, but it’s not a walk in the park either.