Virgin Islands(British) - Obtain an Entry Permit/Visa

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Procedure

1. An application must be completed and submitted along with all other required documents to the Immigration Departments front desk.
2. The staff will determine if the applicant is obtaining a visa for work purposes or for other reasons.
3. If the application is for work purposes, the "Clearance" Notice and required documents are received from Labour Department and logged.
4. Submitted documents are forwarded to the Processing Unit which will conduct checks on the overseas Hire and sent to the Chief Immigration Officer for review and approval.
5. Once the application is APPROVED, it is forwarded to the Administration Unit for the "Clearance" letter to be produced and stamped. If NOT APPROVED, the applicant will be informed of the result and will be advised to make the relevant changes and re-apply.
6. The applicant's employer must collect the "Clearance" letter and Medical Form and forward it to the overseas Hire.
7. When the Hire arrives, they will have to present the "Clearance Letter and completed Medical Forms to the Immigration Officer, at which time they are granted a two (2) week stay.
8. The applicant must then submit the completed Entry Permit Form(s) and required documents to the Labour Department.
9. The form is verified to ensure completeness and accuracy. If NOT completed, the applicant must make the necessary amendments and resubmit the application. When completed, fees are collected and the applicant is provided with a receipt of the transaction.
10. The Entry Permit is created and provided to the applicant. Their passport is stamped for a one year stay in the Territory.

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Required Documents

For applicants wishing to engage in gainful occupation, complete the application form and submit it along with these following documents:-

• Two (2) passport sized photographs with signature on reverse of prints of applicant and dependent under 18 years;
• Police Certificate;
• Medical Certificate dated not earlier than 30 days before application;
• Written reference from previous employer;
• Copies of any certificates of examination referred to in this application;
• Letter from prospective employer with copies of newspaper advertisement with replies thereto and results of interview, if any;
• Immigration Bond

For applicants not wishing to engage in gainful occupation, complete all questions in the application form except question 21 and submit it along with these following documents:

• Two (2) passport sized photographs with signature on reverse of prints of applicant and dependents under 18 years;
• Police Certificate;
• Medical Certificate dated not earlier than 30 days before application;
• Two (2) testimonials of good character;
• Immigration Bond;

Office Locations & Contacts

Immigration Department
P.O. Box 2299
Road Town, Tortola
Virgin Islands (British) VG1110

Telephone: 1(284) 468-4700
Fax: 1(284) 468-4729
Email Address: [email protected]
Contact Form

Business Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cashier  : 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Eligibility

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Fees

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Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

Application for Entry Permits New (PDF)

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Processing Time

It will take the Immigration Department around 5 to 10 business days to process your application.

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Instructions

To apply for a visa, an application must be submitted in person.

Required Information

• Full Name
• Place of Birth
• Date of Birth
• Present Nationality
• Previous Nationality
• Particulars of any change of Name
• Places of residency during the past five years
• Single/Married/Divorced
• Full name of wife/husband
• Particulars of children
• Profession or occupation
• Means of support while in the British Virgin Islands
• Financial Reference
• Whether accompanied by wife/husband
• Whether accompanied by children
• Particulars of passport (number, place, and date of issue)
• Date of arrival in the British Virgin Islands
• Local address
• Particulars of employment during the past five years
• Purpose of entering the territory
• Particulars of income ensured while employed in the territory (state salary, commission, etc. or other benefits)
• Schools attended
• Public examination taken and results while in school
• University or Higher Education Center attended
• Qualifications Held (e.g.) degree, certificates, etc.)
• Experience, occupation or employment since leaving school or college (give details)
• Name and contact details/number of an individual other than employer

Need for the Document

A visa is a document signifying that the holder is authorized to enter the territory for a specified extended period of time for employment and to reside in the British Virgin Islands.

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External Links

• British Virgin Islands Government Website:

http://www.bvi.gov.vg/content/issuing-entry-permits-0

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