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Limited-Time Access for Commercial Vessels in the Territory
Effective 1st June 2025, new maritime regulations in the Virgin Islands take effect. Amendments to the Cruising and Home Port Permit Act and the Commercial Recreational Vessels Licensing Act introduce stricter rules for intra-trading between local ports. Only licensed BVI vessels may operate freely, while non-BVI vessels require limited-time waivers, inspection certification, and fees. Certain exemptions apply, including small cruise ships and locally licensed recreational vessels.
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Virgin Islands Hosts Caribbean UK Overseas Territories Leaders Caucus
Virgin Islands Hosts Caribbean UK Overseas Territories Leaders Caucus Leaders and senior representatives from the United Kingdom's Caribbean Overseas Territories (UK OTs) convened on Scrub Island on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, for the Caribbean UK Overseas Territories Leaders Caucus, a one-day meeting that provided a vital platform for dialogue on key issues impacting their relationship with the United Kingdom.
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New Procurement Opportunities To Support Sustainable Development In Healthcare And Fisheries
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), set to transition into the Virgin Islands Development Agency (VIDA), is pleased to announce three major procurement opportunities for release in December 2025.
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Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association Partners with Government of the Virgin Islands for Holiday Gift Project
The Ministry of Communications and Works is proud to announce the successful completion of its annual Holiday Gift Project, hosted in partnership with the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park. This yearly initiative aimed to bring joy and festive cheer to children throughout the Virgin Islands.
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Premier Wheatley to Host 2026 Interdenominational Service in Collaboration with the BVI Christian Council
The Government of the Virgin Islands, in collaboration with the BVI Christian Council, will host an Interdenominational Service on Sunday, 18th January, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. at the Queen Elizabeth II Park, Road Town, as the Territory comes together in prayer, worship, and reflection at the start of the new year.
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Government Approves Cost-of-Living Relief Measures
The Government of The Virgin Islands has approved a set of targeted measures in the House of Assembly aimed at easing the cost of living for the people of the Territory.
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Ministry Takes Enforcement Action Against Illegal Sand Mining
Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Honourable Julian Fraser, has warned against the rising sand mining activities at Long Bay, Beef Island, and other areas like Capoon’s Bay, highlighting the damage to beaches and restoration efforts. Sand mining is illegal under the Beach Protection Ordinance, 1985, with offenders facing fines, imprisonment, and forfeiture of equipment. The Ministry, supported by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, is increasing beach monitoring, installing educational signage, and has sought to temporarily close beach access at Little Mountain Estate to prevent further mining. The ministry urges the community to protect the environment for future generations and promote sustainable resource management.
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Payment Issues on BVIFars Portal – Alternative Options Available for Bulk Payments
The British Virgin Islands International Tax Authority (BVIITA) advises users of the BVIFARS portal about current issues with credit card payments for bulk transactions. Users experiencing difficulties should email payments@bviita.vg with the subject “BVIFARs Payment difficulties” and detail the problem. Only users with “FI permissions” can make payments on the portal. Entities enrolled in BVIFARS must pay the annual fee unless deactivation was requested by April 8, 2025, or approved otherwise. Real-time service status updates for BVIFARS are available on the ITA website. For inquiries, contact info@bviita.vg or call 1-284-394-4415.
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Shop Light Installation Tender Opened for Joyce Samuel Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands acting through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports is inviting qualified vendors to submit a tender for the supply and installation of seventy-four (74) LED shop lights at Joyce Samuel Primary School, located in Belle Vue, Tortola.
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Ministry of Education Seeks Tenders for Maintenance of Schools AC Units
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting qualified contractors to submit tenders for the cleaning and maintenance of thirty-two (32) air conditioning units.