Jersey (British Crown Dependency) visas
Jersey Visa Atlas coverage is based on Government of Jersey pages for moving to Jersey, applying for a visa, customs and immigration, work permit policy, registration cards, and residential and employment statuses. The current packet covers immigration permission, employer work permits, Jersey resident registration cards, residential/employment statuses, and arrival customs/immigration compliance.
5 routes · 4 without a sponsor · 0 lead to settlement
Official portal
Regulators of immigration advice
- Jersey Customs and Immigration Service (JCIS) — Official Jersey immigration authority for immigration permission, work-permit immigration handling and Common Travel Area-related entry requirements.
- Government of Jersey (Gov.je) — Official Jersey public-services portal for moving, registration cards, residential and employment status, work permit policy and customs guidance.
Visa routes (5)
Immigration Permission and Visa
Jersey immigration-permission route for travellers checking whether they need a visa or permission to visit, work, study or live in Jersey.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Work Permit
Employer-led Jersey work-permit route for people who are not British or Irish and need immigration permission to work in Jersey.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Register as a Jersey Resident
Register online after moving to Jersey, or use the existing-card service if you already have a Social Security number. Check the age and status conditions before paying.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Residential and Employment Status
Jersey status framework determining where a person can live and work through Entitled, Licensed, Entitled for Work and Registered categories.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Customs and Immigration Arrival
Jersey arrival compliance route for people moving with belongings, vehicles, pets or work plans.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement · Last reviewed 30 July 2026
Planning life after your move?
Organise documents, arrival money, housing and the practical steps after visa approval. Your route conditions remain the starting point.
Frequently asked questions
How many visa routes does Jersey (British Crown Dependency) have?+
We cover 5 Jersey (British Crown Dependency) visa routes in these categories: visitor and short business, sponsored work, and general residence. Each one links to its primary government source and carries a last-reviewed date.
Which Jersey (British Crown Dependency) visas do not need an employer sponsor?+
4 of the 5 Jersey (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 Jersey (British Crown Dependency) visas lead to permanent residence?+
The Jersey (British Crown Dependency) routes we cover are temporary rather than direct settlement routes.
Need tailored advice?
We do not provide legal advice. For an application that depends on your exact circumstances, consult a regulator-listed immigration advisor.
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