How Claims Work In The BVI

This guide to covers frequently asked questions on how claims work and the claims process in the British Virgin Islands.

How do you start a claim in the BVI?

• In the BVI, a claim is commenced by filing a claim form along with a statement of claim at the court office or, for specific types of claims, a fixed-date claim form with an affidavit in support.
• A fixed claim form states the date, time and place for the first hearing.
• A claim may be commenced in the Civil Division or Commercial Division of the High Court. Ordinally, a claim should include all claims which can be conveniently disposed of in the same proceedings. A claimant bringing a commercial claim (ie, a claim related to companies, contracts, banking, insurance, arbitration, etc) is required to file a certificate of suitability which specifies the commercial nature of the claim and certifies that the claim is valued at US$500,000 or more.