St Helena Government

St Helena Government

  • Update On Draft Immigration Policy

    4 April 2024

    In our last update, we advised that a new draft Immigration Policy was being prepared. The draft Immigration Policy has been finalised and is now open to final public comment. It can be viewed online at www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/public-information/ from 12:00 on Thursday 04 April. Hard copies will also be available in the Public Library and Post […]

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  • Lobster Science Workshop – Thursday 18 April

    2 April 2024

    The Marine and Fisheries Conservation Section invite all fishers to an educational workshop focusing on lobster, crayfish and stump. The workshop will be held at the Canister in Jamestown at 18:00 on Thursday 18 April 2024. It is expected to last an hour. The aim of this workshop will be to inform fishers on methods […]

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  • Renovation works at the Post Office completed

    2 April 2024

    We are pleased to advise that renovation works at the Post Office building in Jamestown are now complete. The public notice outside the Post Office is once again in use. Public notices, such as marriage certificates, were temporarily displayed at the Essex House notice board while renovation works were carried out. Additionally, access to the […]

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  • ‘Walk To Work’ Day Challenge – Friday 5 April

    2 April 2024

    ‘Walk to Work’ day is celebrated every year on 5 April 2024.   It is a chance to change your routine, add a little more time to it, and see how a slower start to the day that incorporates a brisk walk can lead to a more efficient life overall. We know that being sedentary […]

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  • Sea Conditions

    1 April 2024

    St Helena is expected to experience unsettled sea conditions from Tuesday 2 April 2024 to Wednesday 3 April 2024 in James Bay and Rupert’s Bay. The public are asked to take caution when accessing the sea front area in Jamestown. To avoid damage to vehicles, drivers are advised to take care when parking near the […]

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  • Delegation Returns From Official Visit To Montserrat

    28 March 2024

    On Saturday 23 March 2024, HE Governor Nigel Phillips, Chief Minister Julie Thomas and Chief Secretary Susan O’Bey returned to St Helena following an official visit to fellow Overseas Territory, Montserrat. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office facilitated the trip to promote ties between the two Overseas Territories. During their visit, the delegation met with […]

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  • Rupert’s Port and Cargo Facility – Tree Felling

    27 March 2024

    The public are advised that tree felling in the Rupert’s Port and Cargo Facility area will take place on Wednesday 03 April 2024 from 07:00.  This exercise will take place between the main yard and the contractor’s site office and laydown area below Hay Town House. This work is a joint undertaking delivered by the […]

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  • Tourist Office Closure

    27 March 2024

    The Tourist Office will be closed this coming Saturday 30 March 2024. Normal opening hours will resume Tuesday 2 April 2024 08:30 to 16:00. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. 

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  • Licence for importing potatoes from Tristan Da Cunha

    27 March 2024

    The Mv Hondius is due to arrive at St Helena from Tristan da Cunha on Thursday 18 April 2024. Persons expecting to receive potatoes from Tristan are reminded that they will require an import licence. Licence application forms are available from the Biosecurity Section at Scotland, St Paul’s. Please contact either Nicholas Stevens on email: […]

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  • British Passport Fee Increases

    26 March 2024

    Following notification from the Home Office in the UK, the following British passport fee increases will take effect from 11 April 2024.    Current Fee Increased Fee Adult 34-page standard passport £104.50 £112.50 Child 34-page standard passport (where the applicant is under 16 years of age). £71.50 £77.00

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