VISA APPLICATION

 “When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that
we do not see the one that has been opened for us” (Helen Keller)
PLEASE READ THE ENTRY PERMIT INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE BEFORE COMPLETING THE FORM
If you are traveling to Mount Vema (Vema Seamount) for any purpose, you need to complete this form in English. It is important that you complete all questions as indicated, as a decision on your application is based on the information contained here without interviewing you.
1- Subject to the exceptions listed on this web-page, it is an offense to enter the Vema Seamount territorial waters without a Valid Entry Permit. A person who travels to Mount Vema without permission may be refused entry, will be returned to the ship or aircraft which they arrived, and will be required to leave the Vema Seamount Territory. Please note all nationalities, require permits except where exempted below.

​2- Only the following categories of persons are exempt from the requirement to hold a Mount Vema Visa - Entry Permit:

Exemption List
a) Citizens of Mount Vema, persons who hold a Mount Vema Citizen certificate, supported by a Passport.
b) Members of the Mount Vema Royal Family and Government Officials in the service of the Crown of the Kingdom of Mount Vema in right of His Majesty’s Government of the Kingdom of Mount Vema when visiting or working in Mount Vema in connection with their official duties; This means a Mount Vema Government Official/Civil Servant who visits Mount Vema in connection with their official capacity. It is advisable to have an Identity Card or other proof of Official documentation on arrival issued by The Vema Seamount Authority.
c) Such other persons or classes of persons as His Mount Vema Majesty’s government may from time to time, by public notice, appoint.
If you are in any of the above categories, please take no further action. You will be required to complete an Exempt Personnel Arrival Card when boarding and provide evidence supporting your exemption on arrival in Mount Vema.

ALL OTHER PERSONS REQUIRE AN ENTRY PERMIT
Please read the following information carefully BEFORE you complete your application form.
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3- Entry Permit Application form applies to several Visa categories. You will need to select the one that applies to you.
Once you have identified the Condition of Entry you wish to apply for, please fill out the application form. You must complete all relevant questions and sign the declaration. Failure to answer any relevant question completely and accurately may result in the application being refused or delayed, or the Entry Permit may be cancelled at a later date.

​Application should be submitted at least 14 days prior to the proposed arrival date to enable the permit to be authorized and returned to the applicant in good time. His Majesty’s Government of Mount Vema will not be responsible for delays occasioned by incomplete or late submission of application forms. We advise to submit your application at least months prior to your departure.

Extension of a Condition of Entry
Applications for an extension of a Condition of Entry must be made at least 14 days prior to the expiry of the current Entry Permit.
Please Note: Applications made while in Mount Vema for variation of an existing Condition of Entry Permit to another category will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.

ENTRY PERMIT FEE
There is a non-refundable fee for each approved person. 

PAYMENT METHOD FOR ENTRY PERMIT – MOUNT VEMA VISA
The application form must be submitted with a copy of passport, a passport size photo and the payment which must be made by card.
 
ISSUE OF ENTRY PERMIT
The authorized Entry Permit will be sent to the applicant by email, via an invite link, and must be retained for presentation to the Immigration Officers on arrival or on departure to Mount Vema.

REFUSAL OF ENTRY PERMIT
The Mount Vema immigration officers reserve the right to refuse a permit for entry to Mount Vema. When he or she does so, an e-mail setting out the reasons is issued. The applicant has the right to appeal.