Guyana Introduces New In-Person Requirement For CARICOM Skills Endorsement

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Foreign nationals applying for the endorsement of a CARICOM Single Market Economy (CSME) Certificate in Guyana will now be required to submit their applications in person. This new policy change, implemented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aims to ensure identity verification for all applicants.

Previously, individuals could apply through an authorized third party, but this option has been removed. Despite this procedural change, the core requirements for the endorsement remain the same. Applicants must still provide an original police clearance certificate from their home country and a valid passport.

The CSME Certificate, also known as the CARICOM Certificate of Recognition of Skills Qualification, allows citizens from CARICOM member states to work in Guyana without needing a separate work permit. However, once they arrive in Guyana, these foreign nationals must visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to apply for the endorsement, which validates their certificate for use within the country.

CARICOM member states include Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago. Citizens of these countries who meet the skills qualification can apply for the CSME Certificate and gain work opportunities in Guyana.

Pros:

  • The new in-person requirement ensures better identity verification and prevents fraudulent applications.
  • The CSME Certificate provides CARICOM citizens with the ability to work in Guyana without the need for an additional work permit.
Cons:

  • The in-person application requirement may cause delays and inconvenience for foreign nationals who previously relied on third-party assistance.
  • This change could lead to longer processing times and additional travel costs for applicants already in Guyana.
 
Man, this new in-person requirement is kinda wild. 😅 Used to be super easy just sending someone to handle it for you. Now you’ve gotta show up yourself at the Ministry… guess they’re cracking down on fake papers or whatever.
 
lucasbravo said:
Man, this new in-person requirement is kinda wild. 😅 Used to be super easy just sending someone to handle it for you. Now you’ve gotta show up yourself at the Ministry… guess they’re cracking down on fake papers or whatever.
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From a policy perspective, it actually makes sense. Identity verification strengthens the integrity of the CSME process. However, the increased travel burden may reduce accessibility, especially for applicants who are already working full-time.
 
I heard about this… seems like it’ll slow things down a bit. Not sure how much though.
 
I’m not convinced this will actually improve anything. Ministries say “identity verification,” but has anyone seen real data showing third-party submissions were causing fraud? Feels like a solution looking for a problem.
 
Whoa!!! 😮 This is gonna be so annoying for ppl already in Guyana who thought the process was easy!! BUT at least it keeps everything more official and safe!!! 🌟✨
 
I’ve gone through the endorsement process twice over the years. Trust me—showing up in person isn’t the worst part. The real issue is wait times. If they don’t increase staff, people are going to be sitting in that lobby for hours.
 
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