Applying for Work Permit

Documents Approved

Getting Your Work Permit Approved!

Non Nationals wishing to engage in work in Dominica must first obtain a work permit from the Labour Division. If hiring a non national, a work permit is required.

A work permit automatically confers residency status if the term of employment lasts for more than six months. All work permits are valid for one-year duration and can be renewed.

Residency does not however, exempt expatriates from the stipulations of the Alien Landholders Act, which restricts land purchase for non-Dominican citizens.

Documentation Required:

Completed application form obtained from the Ministry of National Security, Immigration and Labour or www.investdominica.dm/

  • Medical certificate
  • Two testimonials
  • Bankers financial reference/statement
  • Police record/statement
  • Proof of return ticket
  • Two (2) passport size photos
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • Job offer letter, stating duration and type of employment
  • Establishment of private business requires a letter from IDA informing of the nature of the business and their approval of such business