Policy
Stay informed with the latest updates from the Falkland Islands Government. This section features official press releases covering key announcements, policy updates, and community news. Visit regularly for the most current information.
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Review of Customs & Immigration policy on advertising of employment vacancies
The Immigration (General) Regulations 2021 which come into force today, 1 September 2021, strengthen the requirements for vacancies to be...
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Immigration Amendments 2021 – Public Briefings – FAQs
Between July and September 2021, the Falkland Islands Government will be introducing a new and improved immigration regime for the...
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ExCo agrees a revised visitor policy for the Falkland Islands
On Monday 31 May 2021, ExCo agreed to revise its policy in connection with the categories of visitors allowed entry...
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New immigration regime – public information sessions
Since 2013, work has been ongoing to improve the current Immigration Ordinance and Regulations, in order to introduce a more...
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Refusal powers – Immigration Amendments 2021
The power to refuse leave to either enter or remain in the Falkland Islands is conferred on the Principal Immigration...
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Registered Employers Scheme – a system that works for the Islands
The new Immigration (Amendment) Bill and Regulations 2021 will establish a Registered Employers Scheme (RES) to enable employers and Customs...
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New immigration permit regime – a system that works for the Islands
Currently, anyone who is not a permanent resident of the Falkland Islands, requires a visitor, work or residence permit to...
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Immigration Ordinance Amendments 2021 – a system that works for the Falkland Islands
In August 2013, the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) published the consultation document “Immigration Reform: An Immigration System Fit for the...