Work visas
Dominica Work Permit
For a non-national who wishes to take up paid employment in Dominica, applied for with the support of a sponsoring employer.
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Work-permit application fees (EC$250/EC$800), one-year validity and 4-8 week processing come from secondary sources; confirm current fees, validity and processing directly with the Labour Division before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Dominica government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Work Permit Application
- Route type
- Work / employment permit
- Application fee
- EC$250 (CARICOM) or EC$800 (non-CARICOM) at Treasury
- Validity
- Typically one year, renewable
Who it is for
- Non-nationals with a job offer from a registered Dominican employer
- CARICOM and non-CARICOM workers (different fees apply)
Requirements
- Job offer / employment contract from a registered Dominican employer
- Valid passport (valid at least six months) and passport photograph(s)
- Statement of financial position from a reputable banker
- Police record from the Commissioner of Police / home state
- Medical certificate
- Letter from a friend/family member/sponsor accepting responsibility while in Dominica
- Treasury receipt as proof of the application fee
What you can do
- Take up the specific employment named in the permit
- Renew the permit where employment continues
How to apply
- Employer secures the job offer and justifies hiring a non-national
- Complete the Work Permit Application Form (Ministry of National Security and Legal Affairs)
- Pay the application fee at Treasury and attach the receipt
- Submit to the Labour Division for assessment
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.