Thursday, July 30th 2026 - 15:11 UTC
The measure applies to applications made under section 18 of the Immigration Ordinance 1999
The Falkland Islands Executive Council has approved a temporary suspension of new applications for Permanent Residence Permits (PRP) for a period of up to 12 months, while a full review of the system is carried out, the Legislative Assembly said in a public statement on Thursday.
The measure applies to applications made under section 18 of the Immigration Ordinance 1999. The review will cover the points-based assessment framework and the annual quota of permits, and its findings, together with any recommended changes, will be brought back to Executive Council for a decision.
The statement says the system was last substantially revised in 2021, following an extended period of consultation and policy development. Those changes broadened access to permanent residence and, according to the Falkland Islands Government, led to a significant increase in the number of applications made and permits granted each year. The statement does not provide figures to support that assessment.
