His Majesty’s Customs has collaborated with the Division of Immigration to implement a complete on-line card processing system, upgrading border entrance protocols within the Virgin Islands.
Commissioner Clinton ‘Greg’ Romney elucidated that the digital revolution eradicates superfluous paperwork by amalgamating previously distinct kinds. Travellers will now submit a singular internet type, diminishing administrative intricacy and expediting processing length.
The system, applied by CARICOM IMPACS, permits travellers to submit entry particulars as much as 72 hours earlier than journey. This growth equips immigration and customs officers with prior info, facilitating simpler and proactive border management.
“Each companies intention to boost the effectivity of processing instances at a number of ports of entry,” Romney remarked. The digital technique optimises companies and diminishes working prices and environmental results by eradicating paper kinds.
The Commissioner expects that though some travellers could initially have apprehension concerning the technological transition, they are going to progressively acclimate to the net system.
The overarching goal is to reinforce the journey expertise whereas strengthening border safety and nationwide security.
