Cayman Islands Import Duty Calculator

1. 01Enter the CIF valueType the total cost, insurance, and freight (CIF) value of your goods in Cayman Islands dollars (CI$).
2. 02Check or change the duty rateThe 22% general rate is filled in by default. If you know your specific item is duty-free or has a different published rate, enter that rate instead.
3. 03Read the estimated duty and landed costThe tool shows the estimated duty and the total landed cost (CIF value plus duty).

• Budgeting an online orderGet a rough estimate of import duty before ordering goods to be shipped to the Cayman Islands.
• Comparing duty-free vs standard itemsSet the rate to 0% for a commonly duty-free item, or 22% for ordinary merchandise, to compare the landed cost.

• General merchandise at 22%A CI$1,000 CIF value at the 22% general rate has an estimated duty of CI$220, for a landed cost of CI$1,220.
• Duty-free itemSetting the rate to 0% for a commonly duty-free item like a laptop shows no duty added to the landed cost.

Duty is calculated on the CIF value (cost of goods plus insurance plus freight), not just the item price. Estimated duty is CIF value × rate. Estimated landed cost is CIF value plus duty.

The Cayman Islands Customs Tariff Act (2026 Revision, legislation.gov.ky) is the primary legal source for duty rates. Most ordinary merchandise is subject to a general 22% duty rate. Certain categories, commonly including computers, laptops, cameras, and educational materials, often enter duty-free, and some categories run higher, up to roughly 27%. This tool applies the 22% general rate by default and lets you enter your own rate. Current as of 2026. Tooleem is not affiliated with Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control.

This tool does not classify your goods by HS code or determine the exact rate for a specific item — it applies a single rate you choose. It does not include the customs processing fee (1%, minimum CI$10, maximum CI$750) or the environmental levy that can apply on top of duty. For the exact rate on a specific item, check the official tariff schedule maintained by Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control.

This is an educational estimate, not customs, tax, or legal advice, and Tooleem is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control or any government body. For an actual import, use the official tariff schedule or contact Customs directly.

Every calculation runs in your browser on your device. The values you enter are never uploaded, stored, or sent to analytics, so your numbers stay private, and closing the tab clears everything.

What is the import duty rate in the Cayman Islands?

Most ordinary merchandise is subject to a general 22% duty rate on the CIF value. Some categories are duty-free (commonly computers, laptops, cameras, and educational materials), and some run higher, up to roughly 27%.

Is this an exact customs classification?

No. This is a general ballpark using the 22% rate that applies to most goods. It does not classify your specific item by HS code — check the official tariff schedule for your item's exact rate.

Is this official customs advice?

No. It is an educational estimate and is not affiliated with Cayman Islands Customs and Border Control. For an actual import, use the official source or contact Customs.

Is my data stored?

No. The calculation runs in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded, saved, or shared.