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Country guideLast checked October 17, 2026

Visas and immigration in Turks & Caicos Islands

2 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Work permits 1

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Visiting Turks & Caicos Islands

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 17, 2026.

90 passports visa-free
159 passports need a visa

Passports that can visit without a visa

Visit & tourism1 pathway

Turks and Caicos Islands visitor entry and Visitor's Visa
The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) is a British Overseas Territory with its own Immigration Ordinance, run by the Ministry of Border Control and Employment. Nationals of the countries on the TCI visa-free list can visit without a visa. Other nationals can also enter without a TCI visa if they lawfully reside in, or hold a valid visa for, the UK, US or Canada. Everyone else applies for a TCI Visitor's Visa from outside the islands.
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
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Work permits1 pathway

Turks and Caicos Islands Work Permit
Foreign nationals working in the TCI need a work permit decided by one of two zonal Work Permit Boards. There are three types: Employed (skilled and unskilled), Self-Employed and Freelancer. For employed persons, the employer must advertise the job and a labour clearance is issued internally as part of the process. Temporary work permits and annual Business Visitor's Permits cover short-term needs.
May lead to permanent residence
Last checked October 17, 2026
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