Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) visas
Guernsey Visa Atlas coverage is based on States of Guernsey immigration, visa guidance, population management, certificates and permits, employment permit, and Population Portal pages. The current packet covers visa application guidance, ETA/immigration-status handling, population management certificates and permits, employer-led employment permits, and the online Population Portal.
5 routes · 4 without a sponsor · 0 lead to settlement
Official portal
Regulators of immigration advice
- Guernsey Border Agency (GBA) — Official Bailiwick of Guernsey immigration authority for immigration permissions, visa guidance, ETA updates, work and settlement forms.
- Population Management Office (PMO) — Official Guernsey authority for paperless Population Management permits and certificates giving rights to live and work in Guernsey.
Visa routes (5)
Guernsey Visa Application Guidance
Official Guernsey visa guidance for people applying to visit, live or work in the Bailiwick.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Employment Permit
Employer-led Guernsey employment permit route for non-British or Irish citizens and other workers needing permission to work.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Population Management Permit or Certificate
Guernsey paperless permit or certificate route confirming the right to live and work in Guernsey and any conditions that apply.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Personal Circumstances Certificate or Permit
Guernsey Population Management route for certificates or permits based on personal circumstances such as family or household connection.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
ETA and Immigration Status Evidence
Guernsey travel-status guidance for ETA requirements, paper immigration permission and carrier checks.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
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Frequently asked questions
How many visa routes does Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) have?+
We cover 5 Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) visa routes in these categories: visitor and short business, sponsored work, general residence, and family. Each one links to its primary government source and carries a last-reviewed date.
Which Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) visas do not need an employer sponsor?+
4 of the 5 Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) routes we cover can be pursued without an employer sponsor, which helps if you do not have a job offer yet. The remaining 1 are employer-sponsored.
Which Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) visas lead to permanent residence?+
The Bailiwick of Guernsey (British Crown Dependency) routes we cover are temporary rather than direct settlement routes.
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