Individuals Taking Up Residence in Jersey - Controls

There are no restrictions on the holders of passports issued by the other Channel Islands, or by any Member State of the European Union, travelling to Jersey. However the States of Jersey has for some years pursued the policy of restricting immigration in the interest of saving the Island's environment and quality of life. As part of this policy, the Housing Committee exercises tight control over who may acquire residential accommodation whether by purchase or by lease. Under the Housing Regulations in force at present, no person may purchase or lease residential accommodation without the consent of the Housing Committee under the appropriate Housing Regulations. Consent to purchase will be granted to persons who do not have established residential connections with the Island only if they are either essentially employed ("j" category licences), or are considered only to be of economic or social benefit (1(1)(k) permits).