Ulric Dawson Building
6 Russell Hill Road
Road Town, Tortola
Virgin Islands (British) VG1110
Process
Step 1: An individual files a notice of objection on Form No. 4.
Step 2: Supervisor of Elections where necessary, informs the person objected to in Form No. 5.
Step 3: The application is reviewed to ensure completeness and supporting documentary evidence.
Step 4: A hearing is scheduled with the Supervisor of Elections, claimant/objector and any other interested person.
Step 5: The Supervisor considers and determines the objection according to the relevant provisions of the Elections Act-(Section 20- Claim)
Step 6: Claimant/Objector or any other person interested shall be permitted to give or adduce oral or documentary evidence in support of or in opposition to claim or objection. There may be a recourse to the Deputy Governor(DG) on any questions arising as to whether any person is deemed to belong to the Virgin Islands. A sign statement by the DG will determine the issue.
Step 7: Evidence tendered may require to be taken on oath or affirmation as administered in a court. Affidavits may also be taken.
Step 8: Supervisor of Elections requests any additional information that may be required for a proper determination of claim or objection and for prevention of fraudulent registration.
Step 9: The final decision on the claim/objection is made and all parties are informed of the Supervisor of Election’s decision and shall if required give in writing his/her reason(s) for making the decisions.
Step 10: Decision of Supervisor of Elections may be appealed to the Judge of the High Court.
Supporting Documents
- Notice of Claim – Form No. 3
- Notice of Objection – Form No. 4
Turn Around Time
Department Contact Information
Office of the Supervisor of Elections
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Telephone: 1(284) 468-4380
Fax: 1(284) 468-2779