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CARICOM nationals to be exempt from work permit fees by Antigua Opposition party
By Shanieka Smith
Staff Writer
January 11, 2023 – The United Progressive Party (UPP), in Antigua, has revealed plans to implement a law that would exempt CARICOM and Dominican Republic nationals from work permit fees if they win the election.
The “One Caribbean Employment Stamp ”- which can be transferred to employees in the same industry- will replace the work permit fees.
UPP leader, Harold Lovell said, “Work permits are not required for OECS nationals to work throughout the OECS, thereby expanding opportunities for job creation and the growth of regional economies.”
He added that nationals who have been working on the island since January 1, 2023, will be included in this exemption.
According to Lovell, this legislation would be representative of further integration as a region and advancement of the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME).