🇸🇭 Saint Helena Ascension And Tristan Da Cunha · Employer-sponsored work
Work Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 6 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/st-helena/government/portfolios/safety-security-and-home-affairs/immigration/work-permits/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“An extension of up to five years may be granted... A work permit may cease to be valid if the worker is absent from St Helena for a continuous period of more than six months. Temporary/extendable; page silent on permanent residence.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.