The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands has announced the conclusion of the public consultation phase on the Immigration Bill 2026 and its accompanying Regulations.
Through the Office of the Deputy Premier and the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services, the Government is now inviting members of the public, organisations, and stakeholder groups to submit written feedback as part of the final stage of the consultation process.
This final feedback period provides an opportunity for individuals and institutions to formally present comments, recommendations, and concerns before the proposed legislation proceeds further in the legislative process.
The Immigration Bill 2026 seeks to modernise the country’s immigration framework by repealing and replacing the existing Immigration Act and Regulations. The proposed reforms are designed to strengthen border security, improve transparency, support sustainable economic development, and ensure that immigration policies align with the long-term national interest of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Key proposed reforms include enhanced border management systems such as Advance Passenger Information, Electronic Travel Authorisation, biometric verification, and eGates; revised residency and long-term settlement pathways; the introduction of a structured points-based assessment system for residence and employment rights; updated work permit and labour market protections; and strengthened compliance and enforcement measures.
Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Border Services, Hon. Jamell Robinson, emphasised the importance of public engagement, noting that immigration reform is a matter of national significance and that public input remains essential to shaping a fair, modern, and sustainable immigration system.
All written submissions must be received by January 23, 2026, and should be emailed to immigrationrepealbill@gov.tc with the subject line “Public Feedback – Immigration Bill 2026.”
Supporting documents, including the draft Immigration Bill 2026, Immigration Regulations, and Points-Based Assessment Regulations, are available through the official consultation link and QR code.
