Requirements for Short Term Entry Permits

An Immigration Officer may grant an entry permit (a “Short Term Entry permit”) to an immigrant who –

(a) applies on arrival, for permission to enter St Helena for a period not exceeding 183 days

(b) produces a passport which is valid on the date of entry into St Helena and will remain valid for at least 6 months after the expiry of the entry permit;

(c) establishes to the satisfaction of the Immigration Officer that he or she has the intention to leave St Helena within 183 days and has the means to provide for—

  • accommodation (must have pre-arranged accommodation)
  • food, clothing, etc. (proof of sufficient funds)
  • health and welfare of himself or herself and any dependants throughout the duration of the entry permit; (medical insurance which must cover emergency medical).

An entry fee of GBP £20.00 is chargeable and payment can be made using these guidelines. The equivalent in Rands, Dollars and Euros are also accepted.