Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is an island nation in the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean. It is a member of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). SVG operates a broadly open visa policy: most nationalities may enter without a visa for stays of 3 to 6 months. A small number of countries require a visa in advance. OECS citizens enjoy full freedom of movement, and CARICOM citizens have extended rights under the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) framework.

2. OECS Freedom of Movement

Citizens of OECS member states enjoy the right to indefinite freedom of movement within Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. This is the highest level of access and includes the right to reside and work without restriction.

OECS Members with Indefinite Freedom of Movement • Antigua and Barbuda • Barbados (added October 1, 2025) • Belize (added October 1, 2025) • Commonwealth of Dominica • Grenada • Saint Kitts and Nevis • Saint Lucia • Note: Barbados, Belize, and Dominica were added to this enhanced freedom of movement arrangement on October 1, 2025

3. Visa-Free Access — 6 Months

Citizens of many other countries enjoy visa-free entry to SVG for up to 6 months. This includes most EU states (except Ireland), Norway, the United Kingdom, and the Bahamas.

Countries with 6-Month Visa-Free Access • European Union member states (EXCEPT Ireland — Ireland has 3-month access) • Bahamas • Norway • United Kingdom

4. CARICOM Extended Access

Under CARICOM arrangements, certain countries may enter SVG for 6 months, with the right to an indefinite stay upon presentation of a CARICOM Skills Qualification Certificate. The following countries benefit from this extended arrangement.

Countries with 6 Months / Indefinite (with CARICOM Skills Certificate) • Guyana • Iceland • Jamaica • Liechtenstein • Suriname • Switzerland • Trinidad and Tobago • United States of America

5. General Visa-Free Access — 3 Months

Citizens of all other countries not listed above, and not on the visa-required list, may enter SVG visa-free for up to 3 months. This includes most of the rest of the world’s nationalities. The stay may be extendable at the discretion of immigration authorities.

6. Countries Requiring a Visa in Advance

A limited number of countries require a visa to enter Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The visa must be obtained in advance from a SVG diplomatic mission or an accredited representative. The visa fee is EC$200 (Eastern Caribbean dollars).

Country Requiring Advance Visa	Visa Fee
Afghanistan	EC$200
Cameroon	EC$200
China	EC$200
Dominican Republic	EC$200
Haiti	EC$200
Iran	EC$200
Iraq	EC$200
Lebanon	EC$200
Nigeria	EC$200
Palestine	EC$200
Syria	EC$200

7. General Entry Requirements

Requirements for All Visitors • Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity recommended) • Return or onward travel ticket • Proof of accommodation • Proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay • Applicable visa (if required — see Section 6) • Good health (SVG reserves the right to refuse entry on health grounds)

8. Entry Points

International Entry Points • Argyle International Airport (SVD) — main international airport, near Kingstown • Canouan Airport — for private aviation and select regional flights • Kingstown Port — cruise ship arrivals • Various Grenadines island ports for private yachts

9. Visa Extension

Visitors wishing to extend their stay may apply for an extension at the Immigration Department in Kingstown. Extensions are granted at the discretion of the Chief Immigration Officer. CARICOM skilled nationals may apply for indefinite leave to remain upon producing a recognised CARICOM Skills Qualification Certificate.