Question 1

Do I need a visa as well as a visitor permit?

Accepted Answer

Only if your nationality is on the official visa-national list. All other visitors receive the visitor permit on arrival without a prior visa; visa nationals must secure the visa in advance (see the visitor-visa route).

Question 2

How long can I stay as a visitor?

Accepted Answer

One month on arrival as standard. Advance applications can seek up to 6 months, and total visitor-permit time is capped at nine months in twelve (twelve months in twenty-four for qualifying family members of residents).

Question 3

Can I work while on a visitor permit?

Accepted Answer

No. Employment is prohibited; taking work without permission risks a fine of up to £3,000. Limited business activities and short-term work permissions exist under strict conditions (see the business-visitor route).

Question 4

I need a work permit — do I also need a visa?

Accepted Answer

No. The official permits overview states a visa is not required by a person applying for an immigration permit other than a visitor permit, so work, accompanying dependent, dependent, and volunteer applicants do not also apply for a visa.

Question 5

Are cruise passengers who only come ashore for the day affected?

Accepted Answer

Visa nationals in transit, including day-visit cruise passengers and crew whose principal reason for landing is transit, are covered by the transit exemption subject to the Immigration Ordinance — contact Customs & Immigration if in doubt.

Question 6

What does the visa cost for children?

Accepted Answer

Each person under 18 included in another person's visa application pays £6 under the FY 2026/27 charges.

Question 7

Can I attend business meetings on a visitor permit?

Accepted Answer

Short business visits are possible: company directors, representatives, and pre-contracted consultants may enter on a visitor permit, and Section 17C lists permitted activities such as specialist inspections, repairs, and installations.

Question 8

What is the time limit?

Accepted Answer

Both the Section 17C business-activity provision and short-term work permission are capped at an aggregate of three months in any consecutive twelve-month period.

Question 9

What happens if I work without permission?

Accepted Answer

A visitor who takes employment without advance permission faces a fine of up to £3,000 on conviction, and an employer who employs such a visitor faces the same maximum fine.

Question 10

Can I apply for a work permit while visiting the Islands?

Accepted Answer

No. Work permits must be applied for from outside the Falkland Islands unless you hold (or within the last three months held) a work, accompanying dependent, or dependent permit, or are otherwise lawfully resident.

Question 11

How long does a work permit last?

Accepted Answer

Ordinarily the length of the employment contract, tied to the specific job and employer. It can be extended but must not exceed four years in total.

Question 12

What must my employer do?

Accepted Answer

Advertise the vacancy in the Islands for at least 7 days, satisfy Customs & Immigration that no suitable Status or permanent-residence holder is available, and sponsor the application including full repatriation costs.

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