Cabinet, in accordance with section 37 (4) of the Immigration and Passport Act (Revised Edition 2013) has approved the exemption of Guyanese nationals from the list of countries requiring a visa to enter the Territory.Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, during a Press Conference on 30th September said, “This step strengthens the bond between our countries and the region, facilitating greater ease in travel, trade, tourism and investment. It underscores our ...

Terrance B Lettsome International airport welcomed the UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF) new A400 aircraft yesterday 16 August. The planned stop is part of the RAF’s essential training to ensure the crews have valuable familiarisation of landing the large aircraft in BVI if an emergency were to arise.On the brief visit the crew spoke to airport officials on a range of matters including disaster response.The UK also has a Royal Navy vessel in the region during hurricane season, which stands ...

The members of the National Security Council (NSC) which includes the Premier, have been briefed by the Commissioner of Police on the armed robbery at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park yesterday 1 July.  “The NSC wishes to assure everyone that the security of the people of the Virgin Islands is of paramount concern and that no stone will be left unturned in bringing the perpetrators of this crime to justice.” The NSCThe NSC is appealing to anyone with informat...

The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. Natalio Wheatley, through the office of GIS, attempted to discredit local news outlet Guavaberry Media on ‘Premier Sleeps in Airport’ story.