Am I required to disclose how much money I have in savings?
Yes, applicants are required to disclose any available cash and savings ...
If employed, what are the acceptable proof of income that can be submitted to the DFA?
All members of your household should provide evidence/proof of all incom...
How can I help a family member/friend who is unable to complete and sign the Application Form?
For proof of Caymanian status, we can accept any one of the following:• ...
What happens after I submit my application?
After your application is submitted, it is screened and the documents ch...
What is the purpose of the Release of Information (ROI) form?
All applicants and related parties must sign the ROI form before applica...
How can I submit my application and supporting documents?
Applications done through the online portal are processed upon completio...
What documents do I need to provide when applying for financial assistance from DFA?
You are required to submit documents to assist the DFA with proving your...
How can I obtain an Application Form?
You may download the DFA Application Form from dfa.gov.ky or collect a p...
How do I apply to DFA for financial assistance?
1. Determine whether you may qualify to receive financial assistance fro...
When will DFA be in my district?
District visits are usually done on a Friday. Visit DFA.gov.ky/DFAky/dis...
What are the opening hours for the DFA?
The DFA Offices in Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac are open Monday – Thursd...
How can I contact the Department of Financial Assistance?
You can contact the DFA via email at DFAInfo@gov.ky or via telephone at ...
Where is the Department of Financial Assistance’s Office located?
Grand Cayman
55 South Church Street, 1st Floor Aqua Mall, George Town.Ca...
If I qualify for maintenance, do I need to file for maintenance before applying for financial assistance from DFA?"
No, however, persons who apply for financial assistance but are not rece...
Am I eligible to apply for financial assistance if I am unable to work?
See answer to “Who qualifies for financial assistance?”, the length of t...
Are recipients of temporary financial assistance allowed to have savings?
Yes, a person can have savings of up to $3,000 (combined for the househo...
Who is eligible for long term Financial Assistance?
A person who qualifies for financial assistance (see answer to “Who qual...
Do I need to be physically present in the Cayman Islands for a period of time before applying to the DFA for financial assistance?
Yes. Applicants must be present in the Cayman Islands for at least 8 mon...
Is assistance available for households with a disabled person/s?
Where there is a disabled dependant in the household, and it is determin...
Am I able to apply for burial assistance on behalf of my deceased loved one?
Yes, a family member or other related party may apply for burial assista...
Does the DFA provide burial assistance?
Yes, the DFA provides assistance with burial and vault, where an applica...
What is the Afterschool allowance?
Eligible clients will qualify for up to CI$200 per child per month towar...
What is the allowance for Children's Camp assistance?
Eligible clients will qualify for a maximum of CI$600 per child and a ma...
What is the allowance for preschool assistance?
Clients who are unable to pay for pre-school in full or in part can seek...
What is the clothing allowance per person?
Eligible clients will qualify for a maximum of CI$250 per person and a m...
What are the amounts for food assistance?
• 1 person CI$100 per week CI$200 bi-weekly CI$400 monthly• 2 people CI$...
What is the allowance for medical equipment and supplies?
Eligible clients who require medical equipment and/or supplies that are ...
What is the allowance for optical?
If the health insurance coverage does not meet the medical expenses, eli...
What is the allowance for dental?
If the health insurance coverage does not meet the medical expenses, eli...
Is medical travel allowance available for travel to Grand Cayman for medical attention?
Clients with referrals through the Health Services Authority (HSA) are e...