Press releases
Announcements from the Government and its ministries.
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First official immigration figures published
The Statistics Office now publishes live figures on visas, citizenship, border clearances and visitors to the island.
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Event permits: what organisers need to know
Larger public events on the island now need a permit from the Events and Permits Office. Apply at least 48 hours before the event.
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Government House public counter: what it does and how to be seen
The public counter at Government House deals with immigration enquiries, interviews and oath ceremonies. Book an appointment to be sure of being seen.
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Business licences now issued online
Anyone trading on Coral Island now needs a business licence from the Business Registry. Applications are made online and decided within two days of payment.
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Views sought on a Reef Levy to protect the island's waters
A four-week consultation asks whether leisure vessels that moor or anchor in island waters should pay a levy to fund reef wardens and visitor moorings.
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Gaming Commission opens licensing and a public register
The Coral Island Gaming Commission is now accepting applications for casino, employee and gaming event licences, and publishes a register of every licence in force.
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Aircraft and vessels can now request entry clearance online
Pilots and masters can apply for permission to land or give advance notice of arrival before they set off, instead of calling Coral Control on approach.
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Government opens its new online portal
Every Government service, the Official Gazette and the laws of Coral Island are now in one place, with online entry clearance and licensing for the first time.