The Government of the Virgin Islands is seeking five qualified persons to fill the position of members on the Board of Immigration.

Interested persons who wish to serve on the Board should be:

1. A Virgin Islander as defined under Section 65(2) of the Constitution of the Virgin Islands; or
2. A person deemed to belong to the Virgin Islands under Section 2(2) of the Constitution of the Virgin Islands; or
3. A person who holds a Certificate of Belonger Status under Section 16 of the Immigration and Passport Act for a minimum of 20 years; and
4. A person permanently resident in the Territory. 

Prospective candidates must bring special talent, skills and knowledge to contribute to the advisory and consultative functions of the Board.  This may include Board experience, understanding of basic Board procedures, business, and an enthusiasm for the work of the organisation.

Persons applying to serve should have the professional competencies and a balance of skills that match the mandate and responsibilities of the Board of Immigration. They should embody willingness to make a professional commitment in carrying out its vision and mission and actively contribute to the discussion on related topics; Willingness to learn, the ability to listen and make sound recommendations; Leadership and problem-solving skills just to name a few.

Primary responsibility include, but are not limited to, Review applications for Residence and Belonger Status that require detailed assessment and make recommendations based on established criteria for reviewing such applications and to ensure that each case is evaluated in accordance with this Act and any other enactment; Provide oversight of the implementation of immigration policies with respect to grant of Residence and Belonger Status to ensure that the policies are administered effectively and consistently. 

Applications should entail a Cover Letter, the Application Form and its supporting documents, and a Résumé/Curriculum Vitae. 

Applications should be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary

Ministry of Financial Services, Economic Development & Digital Transformation 

Government of the Virgin Islands

Road Town, Tortola VG1110

Virgin Islands 

Applications should be delivered electronically to the following email address by the closing date of 25th July, 2025.

Email: permanentsecretarymfseddt@gov.vg with the subject line “Application for Board Membership – Immigration”.

For more information, please contact the Ministry by emailing permanentsecretarymfseddt@gov.vg or calling (284)468-2112.