What are the 4 British Virgin Islands?

What are the 4 British Virgin Islands?

The British territory consists of 4 larger islands (Tortola, Anegada, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke) and 32 smaller islands and islets, of which more than 20 are uninhabited; lesser islands include Great Tobago, Salt, Peter, Cooper, Norman, Guana, Beef, Great Thatch, Little Thatch, and Marina Cay.

Can foreigners buy land in British Virgin Islands?

Yes, foreigners can buy property in the BVI and the Government of the BVI welcomes investment from overseas buyers. However, foreign nationals are required to apply for a Non-Belonger Land Holding Licence (NBLHL) for which there is a small fee.

Can I retire to the British Virgin Islands?

Unfortunately, the BVI does not offer any options for retirees to become full-time residents. In order to be eligible for a Certificate of Residence, applicants need to have lived in the country for 20 years (work visa, marriage, etc.).

Can British citizens live in British Virgin Islands?

You may be wondering if British citizens may move to the British Virgin Islands. While they can move to the British Virgin Islands, they must request for long-term permission to stay just like any other foreigners, even if they have a UK passport.

Are British Virgin Islands British citizens?

British Virgin Islanders are classed as British Overseas Territories citizens and since 2002 have had full British citizenship. Although the territory is not part of the European Union and not directly subject to EU laws, its citizens are deemed to be citizens of the EU as well.

Can a Canadian move to the British Virgin Islands?

How do you become a resident of the Virgin Islands?

To qualify as a bona fide resident of the U.S Virgin Islands, a person must meet the physical presence test. They cannot have a tax home outside of the Virgin Islands or have a closer connection to the mainland U.S. or another country than they do with the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Can UK citizens work in British Virgin Islands?

Yes, all persons not deemed to Belong to the Virgin Islands, not holding a valid Certificate of Residence or Exempted from the requirement of a work permit are required to have a valid work permit to engage in gainful employment in the Virgin Islands.

Do you pay income tax in the Virgin Islands?

Taxes imposed on residents of the Virgin Islands include: Federal Income Tax (same as US mainland) Property Tax. Employers are required to remove social security, Medicare and income tax from employee pay.