2023 Constitutions and Comparative Constitutional Study . Government of St. Vincent & the Grenadines Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Information Technology This website was developed with the assistance of the Government of Canada through the Project for the Regional Advancement of Statistics in the Caribbean (PRASC). While there is no formal legislation in relation to incentives in the information and telecommunications sector, commercial presence and establishment is at the discretion of the Cabinet on advice from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission. Victims of Crime:Report crimes to the local police at 911 and contact the U.S. Embassy at (246) 227-4000. The relationship between national and regional systems is such that each participating member state is expected to coordinate and adopt, where possible, common national policies aimed at the progressive harmonization of relevant policies and systems across the region. The Economic Union established a single financial and economic space within which all factors of production, including goods, services, and people, move without hindrance. The country, however, has bilateral tax treaties with the United States, Canada, the UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland. Find information ondual nationality,prevention of international child abductionandcustoms regulationson our websites. Traders License For The Year 2023. Bilateral Investment Agreements and Taxation Treaties, 12. We do not pay medical bills. The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Courts Court of Appeals also provides mediation. The OECS has not conducted a trade policy review in the last three years. 2023 CPEA Scholarship Applications are OPEN! St. Vincent and the Grenadines is only subject to the original jurisdiction of the CCJ. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a signatory to this agreement. Some bills and laws are published on the government website at www.gov.vc. However, the British High Commission in Bridgetown, Barbados can provide consular support to British nationals. The number of members of the House of Assembly may vary between 21 and 23, depending on whether the attorney general and the speaker are elected from inside or outside the House. Medical Medical And Diagnostic Centre. Sidewalks (if they exist) are very uneven and will only occasionally have ramps at intersections. Since August, 2021 the United States has shared 114,780 safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine doses with the people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines free of cost. The CIPO administers the registration of patents, trademarks, and service marks. Limits on Foreign Control and Right to Private Ownership and Establishment. Medical facilities in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines do not meet U.S. standards. If you wish to remain on travel.state.gov, click the "cancel" message. The United States supports the Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' efforts to expand its economic base and to provide a higher standard of living for its citizens. Through the Invest St. Vincent and the Grenadines Authority (Invest SVG), the government facilitates FDI and maintains an open dialogue with current and potential investors. St. Vincent and the Grenadines does not have a provincial level of Government. Vaccinations:Be up-to-date on allvaccinations recommended bythe U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Vincentians are equally fond of football (soccer); the national team has played in the Caribbean Cup and the Gold Cup world competition. Data not available. The Caribbean Forum of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (CARIFORUM) and the European Community signed an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) in 2008. The University of the West Indies Open Campus has a location in Saint Vincent. Address: An international company may import machinery and equipment free from certain taxes and custom duties if the imports are capital goods to be used in a companys business. In addition, the government circulates bills at stakeholder meetings. Kingstown, Changing size and shape with the tide, they average 50 m (164 ft) long and 20 m (65 ft) wide. St. Vincent and the Grenadines active 2020 labor force was approximately 55,567 persons. The Enforcement Division of the Customs and Excise Department spearheads the preventative and enforcement aspects of IPR protection, which includes the detention, seizure, and forfeiture of counterfeit goods. The southern Grenadines are part of Grenada. The countrys legal system is based on the British common law system. News Releases New Import Tax Regime For Motor Vehicles In November 2022, Government introduced a new tax regime for the importation for motor vehicles. To be focused, dynamic, efficient, and a disciplined catalyst, providing professional and high quality service for sustainable growth and development in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Parties can be represented by legal counsel before the arbitration panel. Check passport expiration dates carefully for all travelers! The corporate tax rate ranges from 15 to 30 percent, except for companies granted tax holidays under the Fiscal Incentives Act. Cases of Chikungunya virus have been confirmed in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Wildey International companies are also exempt from competitive tax for 25 years. They are governed by their respective legislation and do not generally pose a threat to investors, as they are not designed for competition. Chambers of the Attorney General Ministry of Legal Affairs is located in the Methodist Building opposite the Seventh Day Adventist Church on Grandby Street. According to the World Banks 2020 Doing Business Report, dispute resolution generally took 595 days, though this may vary. For medical and fire emergencies call 999. Telephone: 784-457-1211 St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a member of the Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes between States and Nationals of Other States and the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, also known as the New York Arbitration Convention. The breach of any condition of the license authorizes forfeiture to the government of the interest held by the non-national. The Trade Disputes (Arbitration and Inquiry) Act Chapter 215 provides for establishment of an arbitration tribunal and a board of inquiry in connection with trade disputes and allows provision for the settlement of such disputes. There was a candidate entry of 596; 553 of whom were from the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Community College, and 43 Private Candidates. The sophisticated offshore financial sector provides for one of the most modern International Business Company (IBC) and Trust formation. As of March 31, 2020, there were 154 securities listed on the ECSE, comprising 134 sovereign debt instruments, 13 equities, and seven corporate bonds. Kingstown has a number of cultural heritage sites. The administration of IPR laws is the responsibility of the Office of the Attorney General. Investors in the country are responsible for maintaining workers rights and safeguarding the natural environment. Please click for full details. You are about to leave travel.state.gov for an external website that is not maintained by the U.S. Department of State. Performance and Data Localization Requirements. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. The Fiscal Incentives Act confers income tax credits in the form of export allowance to qualifying enterprises for the export of approved products. Bitt is expected to launch DCash in St. Vincent and the Grenadines in mid-2021. The Arnos Vale Sports Complex, in Kingstown, has become a popular venue for one-day international cricket matches. Policy, Planning and Administration Community Health Services Hospital Services Geriatric Services Mental Health Services Laboratory Services Environmental Health Services World Pediatric Project (WPP) Projects Communications Health Professional Associations Covid-19 Updates Covid-19 Hotline: 1784-534-4325 - Your health is a shared responsibility It permits duty-free entry of products manufactured or assembled in St. Vincent and the Grenadines into the United States. Quiz. There is no obligation for the government to consider proposed amendments prior to implementation. Never venture out alone, particularly at isolated beaches or far out to sea. VAT is 16 percent. We strongly recommendsupplemental insuranceto cover medical evacuations. Non-nationals must apply for and be granted a license to hold land. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider. The law also provides that it is lawful to conduct peaceful picketing in contemplation of a trade dispute. St Vincent and The Grenadines lies in the eastern Caribbean Sea. 17 August 2017. Pursuant to Schedule 3 of the Proceeds of Crime Act Cap 180 The Attorney Generals Chambers is the Central Authority for Mutual Legal Assistance Requests. Preliminary Results of the May-June 2017 Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations. CARICOM established a Caribbean Competition Commission to apply rules of competition regarding anti-competitive cross-border business conduct. The national dish is roasted breadfruit and fried jackfish (jack); the fish are commonly caught locally, and breadfruit have been present on the island of Saint Vincent since 1793, when they were brought by Capt. Companies registered in St. Vincent and the Grenadines have the right to repatriate all capital, royalties, dividends, and profits free of all taxes or any other charges on foreign exchange transactions. CARIBCAN is an economic and trade development assistance program for Commonwealth Caribbean countries in which Canada provides duty-free access to its national market for most products originating in Commonwealth Caribbean countries. The government sometimes partners with NGOs and generally encourages philanthropy. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is signatory to the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property and the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works. H.E. You should follow and monitor local and international weather updates from the US National Hurricane Centre and follow the advice of local authorities, including any evacuation orders. Ministries develop these laws, and the Ministry of Legal Affairs drafts them. The value of the land is based on the amount for which the land would be sold on the open market by a willing seller. The report includes country-specific three-year forecasts for major macroeconomic indicators, including commodity and financial markets. The 2020 World Bank Doing Business Report ranks St. Vincent and the Grenadines 168th of 190 countries in resolving insolvency. Mopion is furnished with a single thatched umbrella, Punaise is simply . Combating obesity and asthma in children is increasingly a priority. International companies are exempt from taxation. St Vincent and the Grenadines is a constitutional monarchy and representative democracy with Queen Elizabeth II as head of state, represented by a governor-general. In 2018, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and the UAE concluded an Agreement on the Avoidance of Double Taxation on Income and an Agreement for the Promotion and Protection of Investments. For additional IPCA-related information, please see theInternational Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act (ICAPRA)report. The government confers certain benefits on registered trusts, including exemptions from various taxes and duties provided the settler was not insolvent at the time the trust was created or did not become insolvent because of the creation of the trust. The government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, through Invest SVG, strongly encourages FDI, particularly in industries that create jobs and earn foreign currency. The Court of Appeal is itinerant. Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy, 1. Article 27 (1) allows employees to ask that their services be deemed as severed after six weeks of being laid off from work. Childrens passports are issued for 5 years, adult passports for 10 years. The Trade Disputes Act provides that alternative dispute mechanisms are available as a means for settling disputes between two private parties. Road Conditions and Safety:Major roads are in average to poor condition, and you may encounter wandering animals and slow moving heavy equipment. In November 2022, Government introduced a new tax regime for the importation for motor vehicles. The islets of Mopion and Punaise, in the southern Grenadines chain, are twin shifting sandbanks. St. Vincent and the Grenadines does not have any specific legislation to regulate cryptocurrencies. Flights are on Wednesdays and Sundays and involve a short layover in Barbados but no changing of planes. Buses and taxis do not have special accommodations. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines National Day, Telephonic Press Briefing on Food Security across Latin America with Jose Fernandez, Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Telephonic Press Briefing with Juan Gonzalez, National Security Council Senior Director for the Western Hemisphere and Brian A. Nichols, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Telephonic Press Briefing with Katie Tobin, Special Assistant to President Biden and Senior Director for Transborder at the National Security Council, Telephonic Press Briefing with Brian A. Nichols, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, on the IX Summit of the Americas. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Public Health (Emergency Authorisation of COVID-19 Vaccine) Rules, 2021. Email: dppsvg@vincysurf.com, Colin John The Hon. Native Vincentians, however, favour land-based sports, especially cricket. President Biden committed the United States to be the worlds arsenal for vaccines, leading an international and coordinated vaccination effort, and announced that the United States will provide 1.2 billion doses of safe, effective vaccines free of cost to meet global needs and save lives now. Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(246) 227-4000 Although the law does not require reinstatement of workers fired for union activity, a court may order reinstatement. Estimates of Revenue & Expenditure for the Year 2023, Post Disaster Needs Assessment - Volcanic Eruption, National Economic and Social Development Plan, National Centre For Technology Innovation, Onsite Programme SVG - Offering National Support For Internship Training And Employment Application Form, IMF Executive Board Concludes 2022 Article IV Consultation with St. Vincent and the Grenadines. You have accepted additional cookies. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines was elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council 2020-21. The OECS consists of seven full member states (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines), and four associate members (Anguilla, Guadeloupe, Martinique, and the British Virgin Islands). Global AIDS Coordinator and Global Health Diplomacy, Office of the U.S. Special Presidential Coordinator for the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment, Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, Special Representative for Syria Engagement, U.S. Security Coordinator for Israel and the Palestinian Authority, Office of the U.S. Internal self-government was achieved in 1969 and full independence came a decade later. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a signatory to the Inter-American Convention Against Corruption, but not to the UN Anti-Corruption Convention. These are applicable if certain conditions are met, one of which being that the trust must not be domiciled in the country. Exercise normal precautions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. There is relatively little police enforcement of traffic regulations. All COVID-19 related travel restrictions have been lifted. The hurricane season normally runs from June to November. SeeourLGBTI Travel Informationpage and section 6 of ourHuman Rights reportfor further details. Other educational institutions include technical and vocational schools, a school for children with special needs, and Saint Vincent Community College, which provides nursing and teacher training among other subjects. Use only clearly marked taxis and avoid rides with strangers. The government offers other incentive packages on an ad hoc basis. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) is the regional judicial tribunal. Investors are permitted to use national or international arbitration regarding contracts entered into with the state. In1989, Germany and St. Vincent and the Grenadines signed a treaty for the Encouragement and Reciprocal Protection of Investment. Companies must meet export performance requirements to take advantage of certain tax incentives. A full list of measures undertaken pursuant to the TFA is available at https://tfadatabase.org/members/saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines. Bitt, a Barbadian company, developed digital currency DCash in partnership with ECCB. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is also party to the following economic communities and organizations: The Treaty of Chaguaramas established the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in 1973. S.R. Contact Information Assistance for U.S. Citizens U.S. Embassy Bridgetown Wildey Business Park Wildey St. Michael BB 14006 Barbados, W.I. Box 356, Kingstown St. Vincent West Indies Email: info@svgfsa.com Telephone: (784) 456-2577 / (784) 457 2328 / (784) 485 6031 OUR MISSION The government must serve a notice of acquisition on the person from whom the land is acquired. It also reviews all investment projects applying for government incentives to ensure they conform to national interests and provide economic benefits to the country. Students:See ourStudents Abroadpage andFBI travel tips. Pedestrian crossings are also very infrequent and can be poorly marked. Dont include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details. The National Parks, Rivers and Beaches Authority (NPRBA) wishes to notify the general public that the Rawacou Recreation Park will be TEMPORARILY CLOSED to the public on Saturday, 15th April, 2023. As of September 18, 2022, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) no longer requires air or sea passengers traveling from a foreign country to SVG to show a negative COVID-19 test before they board their flight or to have proof of quarantine arrangements. This includes 114,780 Pfizer doses. In November 2020, Ralph Gonsalves, Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines since 2001, made history by securing the fifth consecutive victory of his Unity Labour Party (ULP) in general election. The U.S. Peace Corps has volunteers in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, who work in education. St. Vincent and the Grenadines ratified the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) in 2017 and subsequently notified its Category A measures. It is also a member of the UN World Intellectual Property Organization and is a signatory to its treaties. There are a number of private radio stations, including one affiliated with a political party and another that broadcasts religious programs. The currency of exchange is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD). The law provides for a minimum working age of 16. St Vincent and the Grenadines is a constitutional monarchy and representative democracy with Queen Elizabeth II as head of state, represented by a governor-general. Thursday: There is a high chance of mostly cloudy skies and a few occasional showers. There is no elected local government. The list of incentives includes exemption from or reduction of duty payments on the importation or purchase of materials and other equipment for use in construction and operation of the business. Other 18th- and 19th-century buildings include the courthouse and the House of Assembly, which occupy the same building, and the police barracks. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a member of the OECS. 532-1400. Business. See Terrorism. It is composed of 15 members (called representatives) elected to five-year terms by universal adult suffrage, along with six nonelected members (called senators) who are appointed by the governor-generalfour on the advice of the prime minister and two on the advice of the leader of the opposition. Its website is http://www.investsvg.com. The United States and St. Vincent and the Grenadines are both parties to the WTO. U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States The Eastern Caribbean islands are vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms from mid-May through November. Teachers, police officers, public servants, the Medical Association, industrial workers, and some members of the private sector, especially in financial services, operate under collective bargaining agreements. As a result, the Eastern Caribbean dollar does not fluctuate, creating a stable currency environment for trade and investment. If traveling with prescription medication, check with the government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to ensure the medication is legal in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Market capitalization stood at 666 million USD (1.8 billion Eastern Caribbean dollars), representing a 0.3 percent decrease from the previous year. See theDepartment of Stateand theFBIpages for information on scams. An external company must be registered with the Commercial Registry in St. Vincent and the Grenadines if it wishes to operate in the country. Its purpose is to promote economic integration among its 15 member states. The Wages Council Act establishes the Wages Council, which addresses minimum wages, hours of work, overtime, vacation, sick leave, and maternity leave for specified categories of workers. All COVID-19 related travel restrictions have been lifted. The unicameral legislature is the House of Assembly. The government, however, offered limited cash grants to some workers whose employment was impacted by the layoffs related to the COVID-19 pandemic. St. Vincent and the Grenadines does not have a recent history of politically-motivated violence or civil disturbance. In March 2001, a victory by the ULP ended almost 17 years of NDP dominance. The Ministry is responsible for coordinating Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' relations with foreign governments, as well as regional and international organizations. Dr Ralph Gonsalves Biography Contact Information Attorney General Hon. H.E. The United States provides training, equipment, and material to Vincentian security forces, including through the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative. According to Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) statistics, St. Vincent and the Grenadines 2020 estimated gross domestic product (GDP) was 783 million USD (2.12 billion Eastern Caribbean dollars) in 2020. Secondary education begins at age 11. HIV/AIDS:The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The ULP won a third consecutive general election in December 2010, and Dr Ralph Gonsalves was returned as prime minister. Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information. A Board of Assessment determines compensation and files its award in the High Court. Francis Etienne, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of The Republic of France to the OECS, Presented Letters Of Credence to the Governor General of Saint Vincent And The Grenadines. St. Vincent and the Grenadines does not have a credit bureau. Local radio and television programming is provided by a government-owned broadcasting company in the capital. Telephone Number: 246-227-4000 Basketball and womens cricket and football are gaining popularity. Frenches Gate, Kingstown You should take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes. This represents an estimated 7 percent reduction from 2019, following several consecutive years of minimal growth. As of September 18, 2022, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) no longer requires air or sea passengers traveling from a foreign country to SVG to show a negative COVID-19 test before they board their flight or to have proof of quarantine arrangements. Included in the Trade Facilitation Agreement are measures to improve risk management techniques and a post-clearance audit system to eliminate delays and congestion at the port. Medium Debt Term Strategy 2021-2023 Report, Director General Finance & PlanningMr. As a member of the OECS and the ECCU, St. Vincent and the Grenadines subscribes to a set of principles and policies outlined in the Revised Treaty of Basseterre. It comprises the High Court of Justice and the Court of Appeal. See Health. The government and the public view responsible business conduct positively. An official website of the United States Government, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs: Eastern Caribbean Summary, CIA World Factbook Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Page, History of U.S. Relations With Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, USAID Eastern and Southern Caribbean Page, Office of the Special Envoy for Critical and Emerging Technology, Office of the U.S. This provision is generally observed in practice. St. Vincent and the Grenadines accepted the obligations of Article VIII of the International Monetary Fund Agreement, sections 2, 3, and 4, and maintains an exchange system free of restrictions on making international payments and transfers. It seeks to create opportunities for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in the field of foreign trade through the negotiation and monitoring of the relevant agreements and treaties. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines made its first appearance at the Olympics at the 1988 Seoul Games. Please click for full details. Accounting, legal, and regulatory practices are generally transparent and consistent with international norms. Sejilla McDowall Individuals benefit from business-sponsored initiatives when employees of local and foreign-owned enterprises volunteer and when companies make monetary or in-kind donations to local causes. First Floor, Moussa Building. This new borrowing is primarily from international financial institutions on concessional terms. Only banks may make currency conversions. For example, the Banking Act, which establishes a single banking space and the harmonization of banking regulations in the Economic Union, is uniformly in force in the eight member territories of the ECCU, although there are some minor differences in implementation from country to country. Most secondary schools are government controlled, with a few run by the Catholic and Anglican religious organizations with government assistance. See ourwebpagefor further information. Director of Public Prosecutions The government and people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are pained and anguished at the recent military maneuvers by the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) across the Taiwan Strait which have had the effect of threatening the Republic of China (Taiwan) and undermining peace and security in Asia and globally. Caribbean/Canada Trade Agreement (CARIBCAN). The ECCB is the supervisory authority over financial institutions registered under the Banking Act of 2015. The annual budget address can be found online. Travelers Who Require Accessibility Assistance: Access to buildings, pedestrian paths, and transportation is extremely difficult for persons with mobility issues. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade is located on the 3rd Floor of the Administrative Centre on Bay Street. The country has a strong judicial system that upholds the sanctity of contracts and prevents unwarranted discrimination towards foreign investors. Invest SVG provides business support services and market intelligence to all investors. Stick to well-lit and well-traveled routes. The unicameral legislature, the House of Assembly, has 21 members. Do not be predictable; vary your daily routes and schedules. See the State Department's travel website for the Worldwide Caution and Travel Advisories. The new import tax regime lowers Import Duty and Excise Tax rates on certain classes of motor vehicles and modified the motor vehicle Surcharge Tax. There are no targeted privatization programs in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The OECS promotes harmonization among member states in foreign policy, defense and security, and economic affairs. Avoid displaying flashy jewelry, expensive electronics, and large amounts of cash. 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