Association for the Promotion of Arts

The Association for the Promotion of Arts is a statutory body in the British Virgin Islands dedicated to advancing the arts and cultural heritage of the territory. With a focus on fostering creativity and artistic expression, the Association works to support local artists and promote a vibrant cultural scene.

Our mission is to provide a platform for visual artists, musicians

Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development is the central Ministry responsible for strategically formulating and administering activities and national policies in areas of tourism, culture, mainstreaming sustainable development, and immigration in accordance with the Government’s national agenda.

It is accountable for oversight and advising the Minister and respective Governments on a comprehensive long-term strategic outlook to enhance the

VI Shipping and Maritime Authority

The VI Shipping Registry is a governmental agency responsible for the registration of ships and yachts in the British Virgin Islands. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Virgin Islands Shipping Registry (VISR) and is recognized internationally. The registry caters to both commercial and private vessels, offering a range of services including registration, safety inspections, certification, and surveys to ensure

Recovery and Development Agency

Our Vision

This vision is for the BVI to become a model for building stronger, smarter, greener and better, fostering a vibrant and innovative economy, cohesive and empowered society, nurtured and sustainable environment, resilient infrastructure, good governance and a high quality of life for all.

Our Mission

A professional organisation that will raise investment to implement the recovery and development

Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall

Located adjacent to Althea Scatliffe Primary School, Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall is a versatile venue in the heart of the British Virgin Islands (BVI). Known for its role in hosting local events, cultural celebrations, and pageants, this hall has been a beloved space for community gatherings for many years. Whether you are planning a large event or an

Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority

The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) investigates marine accidents involving vessels in Virgin Islands waters and VI-registered ships worldwide. It focuses on identifying causes, issuing safety recommendations, and promoting awareness to prevent future incidents, without assigning blame or liability.

Teaching Service Commission

The British Virgin Islands Teaching Service Commission (TSC) is a statutory body established to oversee and manage the teaching profession within the British Virgin Islands. Its primary role is to ensure that the education system in the territory is staffed by qualified, competent, and ethical educators, thereby promoting high standards in teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Appointment and Promotion of

Ministry of Health and Social Development

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is the authority responsible for safeguarding and promoting the health and social wellbeing of the people of the Virgin Islands.

The Ministry is led by the Minister for Health and Social Development who has constitutional responsibility as assigned under section 56 of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007.  The Permanent Secretary has oversight

Cabinet Office

The Cabinet Office is a constitutionally established department of the Government of the Virgin Islands as defined in section 51(1)(a) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007.

The Cabinet Office primarily facilitates and monitors the implementation of the Government's Policy Programme/Agenda by providing the technical and administrative support services required for the effective and efficient functioning of the Cabinet, the

Prison Visiting Committee

The Prison Visiting Committee is a statutory body in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) responsible for ensuring the fair treatment and welfare of individuals incarcerated within the territory’s correctional facilities. Established by law, the Committee functions as an independent entity that oversees the operations of prisons, ensuring they adhere to legal standards and human rights protections.

Role and Responsibilities

The