How to Apply for West Indies Work Permit | வெஸ்ட் இண்டீஸ் வேலை அனுமதி

For many people across the globe, the Caribbean is the ideal place to vacation and work!

Whether it’s the tropical climate, the lower standards of living compared to some parts of the world, or the relaxed, laid-back atmosphere, many foreigners come to these shores to seek career opportunities while enjoying rich cultures and a less hectic lifestyle.

WHO NEEDS A WORK PERMIT IN THE CARIBBEAN?

Residents of non-Caribbean countries, or persons who do not hold a Certificate of Recognition of Caribbean Community Skills Qualification, seeking employment in a particular territory require work permits.

HOW TO GET A WORK PERMIT IN THE CARIBBEAN?

Applications for work permits usually are done to the Ministry of Labour, Immigration Divisions or Ministry of National Security, depending on the regulations. In many cases, companies who hire non-nationals apply for work permits, on their behalf through their Human Resources or Legal departments.

Government agencies or attorneys can also apply for work permits for clients. Self-employed persons can file applications, however, hiring foreign professionals require the use of a sponsor.

WHAT IS THE DURATION OF A WORK PERMIT?

The duration of the work permit can vary according to the laws of the Caribbean territory, as well as the type of work permit. For example, in Barbados work permits can be categorised as either short term or long term. Short term work permits carry a duration period of eleven (11) months. Long term work permits can be issued for a period of three (3) years.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A WORK PERMIT IN THE CARIBBEAN?

Applications for a work permit can be done through State or Immigration Division’s websites. They indicate the forms to be filled, supporting documents to attach as well as who, how and where to address the application to.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of employment. The hiring company would have to produce evidence that non-national being recruited possesses some experience, competency or expertise which is unavailable in local job market. Companies would also have to show evidence that the position had been locally advertised for nationals over a period of time.

Documents Required ;

1. Passport sized photos
2. Passport information
3. Police Certificate of Good Character/Police Clearance letter from their last place of residence
4. Medical forms & reports
5. Insurance coverage (if necessary)
6. List of references/Reference Letters from applicant’s last place of residence (if necessary)
7. Academic qualifications
8. Company letter/Other employment information

Once the required forms and supporting documents are all completed, the application can be submitted to the local governing body – Ministry of Labour, Immigration Division or Ministry of National Security, as specified. If the company is acting on behalf of, the applicant can provide all the necessary information to the company’s HR or Legal department, who will file to the relevant authority.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET A WORK PERMIT IN THE CARIBBEAN?

In some territories it can take up to a week and beyond for the application to processed and the work permit to be issued. For example, the Barbados Welcome Stamp Visa takes five (5) working days to process

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