Dependents looking for work

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Darren asked 5 years ago

I have been told that when my wife comes over to join me next year, that she can apply for a ‘dependents looking for work’ status rather than just a ‘dependent’, is this correct, and would it effect the time it would take to get the dependent status signed off?
Also how long does the dependent application process normally take?

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Premise (4 comments) answered 5 years ago

Sorry to say, she will not be able to apply for work while living here. She will need to reside in the territory as a dependant for 5 years before she can change her status. Read more about dependants in the BVI.
If the plan is for her to work before living here as a dependant for 5 years, she should consider finding a job prior to moving.