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New Immigration Ordinance for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

A new ordinance aimed at controlling entry to South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands has been enacted, replacing the existing Immigration Ordinance 1965. The ordinance comes into force on a day appointed by the Commissioner by publication of a notice in the Gazette.

Key Provisions

• Limits the impact of people on the ecosystem of the Territories, ensuring that the environment is protected.
• Permits are required for entry into the Territories, with applications to be made in advance.
• Deemed permission is granted to certain categories of individuals, including:
  • Members of the naval, military or air forces of the Crown
  • Civil servants
  • Those employed by the British Antarctic Survey
• Immigration officers have powers to:
  • Search individuals who enter or wish to enter the Territories
  • Question individuals who enter or wish to enter the Territories
  • Arrest and detain individuals who enter or wish to enter the Territories
• Information must be provided about persons intending to disembark in the Territories, including:
  • Name
  • Date of birth
  • Nationality
  • Passport details

Background

The existing Immigration Ordinance 1965 has been repealed, and the Immigration Regulations 1965 have been revoked. The new ordinance aims to provide a more effective and sustainable regime for controlling entry into the Territories.

Commissioner’s Statement

N.J. Phillips C.B.E., Commissioner, stated that the ordinance is an important step in protecting the environment of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands: “This ordinance will help us to better manage the impact of human activity on the ecosystem of our islands,” he said.

Contact Information

For more information about the new immigration ordinance, contact the Commissioner’s office at [insert contact details].