Grenada has a small open economy, mostly based on tourism. Over the past two decades, the economy has shifted from an agriculture-dominated economy to a service-dominated one, and tourism has become the leading foreign exchange earner. 

  The country's main export crops are nutmeg (Grenada is the world's second-largest producer of nutmeg after Indonesia). Other export crops include cocoa, citrus fruits, bananas, cloves, and cinnamon. The manufacturing industry in Grenada operates largely on a small scale, including beverage and other food production, textiles, and the assembly of electronic components for export.

How do I come to the country and get a job?

  Grenada has different visa requirements for citizens of each country, so it's important to understand what your employees need to enter abroad. British citizens, for example, can enter the country without a visa for six months. Citizens of many countries in North America, South America, and Europe can enter Grenada without a visa for three months.

  It is also important to note that applicants cannot obtain a work permit if they currently have a visitor's visa. For citizens of countries that require visitor visas, work permit applications must be made at the nearest consulate. Citizens of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) do not need a work permit to work in the country. CARICOM nationals may present a Caribbean Skills Qualification Certificate or equivalent document instead of applying for a work permit.

  To work in Grenada, you will need:

• Volunteer visa.

• Work visa.

• Work Permit.

To take advantage of volunteer opportunities in Grenada, you need to be aware of the visa requirements. Fortunately, like most Caribbean islands, it is easy to travel in Grenada because the visa policy allows most people to enter without a visa. Many volunteer projects will be able to provide visa support if you come from a country where you need a visa, or if you want to work and travel in Grenada for an extended period.

  To obtain a visa, applicants must submit all required documents and a completed application form to the appropriate Minister of Labor for the position. While the minister is processing the application, the employer needs to prove that the company has a training program to transfer skills to citizens.

  Applications take about two weeks to process, and applicants have one month to submit all necessary documents to supplement their applications. Each form must be in English or translated into English and notarized. Individuals have 48 hours to apply for payment.

  Once you receive your work permit, you must present your documents to the Immigration and Passport Office along with your passport. The final confirmation will allow you to start working. Applying for and obtaining a work visa requires meticulous attention to the nuances and peculiarities and being prepared for additional requirements as you go through the procedures. The experts at our website Visit World can help you with these nuances.

Required Documents

  Apply for a work permit requires several documents that prove your identity and origin:

• copy of a valid passport;

• 2 passport-sized photos;

• permission from the police in the applicant's country of origin;

• notarized qualification certificates;

• 2 professional references;

  The application process also requires legal confirmation from the employer. Applicants must already receive a job offer before the process begins - they need a letter explaining the need for a foreign employee and a copy of the certificate of incorporation. Although the country encourages international investors, it gives priority to citizens when looking for work on the island. You must have a good reason for hiring a non-citizen, and you must keep information about job openings for three weeks before hiring a migrant.

Seasonal and volunteer work

SPRING JOB. Spring in Grenada is the end of the high season. It's a good season to visit because there aren't many people here at this time of year and the weather is still nice. However, when it comes to seasonal volunteer opportunities in Grenada, there is not much to do.

We recommend sticking to more urban areas and working with either seniors or youth. It's an easy way to enjoy the island when it's least active.

SUMMER WORK. Summer is another great season to visit the island. It's still low season, and you don't have to worry about a lot of tourists in the country. However, there are no specific seasonal job options in Grenada. We recommend that you return to the Spring section for more information on some of the things you can do.

AUTUMN. We recommend that you avoid visiting Grenada in the fall. The reason for this is that it is hurricane season and the island has been devastated in the past. Hurricane Ivan in 2004 devastated the island and took many lives.

Other than that, no special seasonal skills are required.

WINTER. The winter season is the best time to work and travel in Grenada. For one thing, it's a time when you can get involved in turtle conservation. These projects are done in the winter because this is when turtles naturally migrate to the island.

Another option for winter is to volunteer in the tourism industry. Many seasonal guesthouses are only open this time of year, and they always need volunteers to help with the influx of work. You usually get free lodging and free food as part of the deal.

You can work in the mainstream tourism industry, but you always need previous experience, and you have to apply months in advance to get that job in Grenada.