Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
In the BVI, only 'belongers' (naturalized citizens) can work without a permit. The gov-
ernment doesn't issue work permits easily, as it's keen to give jobs to locals. Contact the
BVI Department of Labor( 284-494-3451)
for more information.
Finding Work
Generally the best bet for working is to crew with a boat or yacht. As boat-hands aren't
usually working on any one island in particular, the work situation is more flexible and
it's easier to avoid hassles with immigration. Marinas are a good place to look for jobs
on yachts; check the bulletin-board notices, strike up conversations with skippers or ask
around at the nearest bar. Marinas in Miami and Fort Lauderdale are considered good
places to find crew jobs as people sailing their boats down for the season stop here looking
for crew.
You can also look for jobs with a crew placement agency:
Crewfinders(
www.crewfinders.com
)
Florida-based group.
Crewseekers International(
www.crewseekers.net
)
UK-based group.
