Work Permit
Work Permit is a residence route in British Virgin Islands (Työ). Employer-sponsored, up to 12 months, via Dept of Labour & Workforce Development; application fee US$50 + processing US$150 + annual permit fee by category; executive fast track for salaries ≥US$100k. Dependants on entry permits.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 10 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 20 years.
How holders are taxed
No income or capital-gains tax; payroll tax (~8% employee share above exemption) and social security on local pay.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Luokka | Työ |
|---|---|
| Sijoitus | — |
| Maksut (perhe) | CHF 160 |
| Tulot / v | — |
| Varat | — |
| Väh. oleskelu | — |
| PR | 10 |
| Kansalaisuus | 20 |
| Työ | yes |
| Kelpoisuus | all |
| Verot | No income or capital-gains tax; payroll tax (~8% employee share above exemption) and social security on local pay. |
| Tilanne | 2026-10 |
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