Exemptions (for those persons who do not need a permit to enter) include the following:
- A dependant of a person who has St Helenian status
- A person in the service of the Crown, and their dependants
Dependant
in relation to a person, means—
(a) the spouse or life partner of that person; and
(b) a child, step-child or adopted child of that person, who is under the age of 18 years or who is over that age and-
(i) in full time education; and
(ii) under the age of 25 years
Spouse / life partner or other dependent Relative – Certificate of Exemption
A Certificate of Exemption is issued to a person who is the dependant of a person with St Helenian status. Any change of circumstances regarding the relationship notification should be made to the Immigration official.
A certificate will generally be granted to a person who:
- Is the spouse or life partner of a person with St Helenian status
- Is the dependent child or young person falling under the definition of dependant
For further information please contact evisaenquiries@sainthelena.gov.sh