KINGSTOWN, SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES, March 17, 2020 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Commerce wishes to inform the general public of the update on various responsive measures taken by the SVG Consulates and High Commission in light of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
SVG Consulate in New York, USA
The Consulate will be closed effective March 18, 2020 until further notice. A system of providing Emergency Travel Documents via e-mail have been implemented and, all processing of passport applications will be done via mail. All new applicants will be required to pay for courier mail (FedEx) delivery as in-person services are suspended.
SVG Consulate in Toronto, Canada
The Office at the Consulate of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in Toronto, Canada have implemented the following procedures as of March 17, 2020:
- Office will remain closed to the public.
- Applications for passports will be by mail ONLY.
- Emergency passports will not be issued until further advised.
- Applicants are asked to call 647 967 3480 for emergencies.
The SVG High Commission in London, United Kingdom
The High Commission in London has implemented the following measures:
1. Operating at reduced service for Consular and welfare matters and persons are asked not to visit the Mission during the period of the Covid-19 pandemic until further notice.
2. All passport and other consular face to face appointments are currently suspended.
3. For passports, travel documents and Consular advice persons are required to send a message to the SVG High Commission with their name, telephone number, postal address, email address and the nature of their enquiry.
4. Applications for Passports and delivery of Passports may take longer than usual.
5. Processed Passports will not be available for collection; these will be sent by Special Delivery.
6. All payments must be made by credit card or Bank Transfer.
- Opening Hours are from 10:30 to 3:00 p.m.
The public is asked to be guided accordingly.