Overseas Territories
Differences between overseas territories considered
The treatment of the overseas outposts of the Netherlands, UK, France and Denmark vary greatly.
BVI Government suspends immigration act amendment
The government of the British Virgin Islands has suspended the second and third readings of a bill that was intended to facilitate the regularisation of long-term residents of the territory.
More immigration consultation requested
The Bermuda government has called on the public to make recommendations on proposed changes to Bermuda’s work permit regime particularly with regard to the types of jobs that are currently listed in the closed, restricted, special and open categories.
Bermuda government gives more time for input on immigration reform
The government of Bermuda has once again asked for public input into the reform of its immigration policies and extended the deadline for the consultation period.
Information sessions held in the BVI
The British Virgin Islands government held information sessions throughout the territory this week to explain the procedure for permanent residency and belongership status.
Protest launched against BVI immigration act amendment
A new group has been formed in the British Virgin Islands to protest against changes to the immigration act which would see an increase the number of persons eligible to claim permanent residency and Belonger status.
