Last Updated on December 2, 2023, 12:07 AM AST by Anthony Morris
The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Department of the Premier Ministry is currently accepting applications for 2024 Work Permits and Residence Permits.
In the press conference, the Premier of Nevis, Mark Brantley, urged foreigners to ensure that their work and residence permits are legal. He encouraged the non-natives, again and again, to make sure they were law-abiding and in good standing.
“We welcome non-citizens; we welcome their contribution, but we also require them to follow the Laws of St Kitts and Nevis. And so those of you who are here with work and residence permits, we’re accepting applications now, whether they’re new or if you’re renewing, you can come to the Prime Minister’s Office now and do it for 2024.” Noted Premier Mark Brantley
Premier Mark Brantley continued to urge people operating and working illegally in Nevis to legalize their status. He pointed out that the government is ready to prepare payment plans for latecomers.
He emphasized that the Department is always willing to host people and work with them. However, those who are still illegally staying and working illegally have no one to blame but themselves when immigration knocks on their door.
Finally, Premier Mark Brantley said, “Some people say I’m afraid – there’s no need. This government has shown a willingness and ability to work with everyone, so step in and make your case. If you need a payment plan, come and talk to us. We are willing to work with you, but we need people on this island within the law, not outside the law. If you are here and your status is illegal, you are without status; you are irregular; we are asking you to come in and legalize your status.”
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