Anguilla

Compliance/Financial Considerations

If you intend to do any of the following in Anguilla, please contact Risk Services at risk@berkeley.edu or 642-5141:

  • Hire a local to work for you as an employee
  • Purchase or lease office or research space
  • Purchase or lease an automobile
  • Establish a long-term (over 90 days) or ongoing project
  • Conduct a clinical trial 

U.S. GOVERNMENT COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS 

Foreign activities may trigger many U.S. laws, including:

  • Import Controls
  • Export Controls
  • Tax Reporting
  • Foreign Bank Account Reporting
  • Country Embargoes and Targeted Sanctions
  • Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
  • Anti-Boycott Laws 

Import Controls. UC employees must adhere to U.S. import requirements, and may need to enlist the services of a customs broker, especially for shipments arriving by sea and subject to the Importer Security Filing 71730, also known as ISF 10+2. 

Export Controls. Export controls may apply to advanced software and technology, research data, and other sensitive assets. UC’s Export Compliance FAQ contains useful information and can be found here.  Go here for the University of California plan for compliance with federal export controls. If you plan on taking or sending potentially export-controlled materials to Anguilla, consult the campus Research Administration Compliance Office at 642-0120. 

Tax Reporting. The University and its employees may be taxed in foreign countries. The United States does not have a tax treaty with Anguilla. For more information about double taxation issues, contact the Controller’s Office at:

Foreign Bank Account Reporting. The U.S. Treasury Department requires U.S. citizens with a financial interest in or signatory authority over a financial account in a foreign country, where accounts exceed $10,000 at any point during a calendar year, to report such accounts on a Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FinCen Report 114). Those needing to complete the form should contact the Controller’s Office at cashiers@berkeley.edu or 643-9803 for assistance. An IRS 1040 Schedule B form (Part III–Foreign Accounts and Trusts) must be filed by the signatory for any foreign bank account, regardless of the account balance. 

Country Embargoes and Targeted Sanctions. In general, collaborations between University personnel and scholars at foreign institutions or organizations do not require export licenses unless they involve export-controlled or -restricted research or involve scholars in sanctioned countries. Before engaging in an international collaboration, the University needs to determine whether export licenses are required and to verify that the foreign collaborator is not blocked or sanctioned. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is responsible for enforcing all U.S. embargoes and sanctions. Depending on each country’s embargo or sanction program, activities may be prohibited without specific authorization or license. UC’s International Collaborations webpage contains additional information on this topic.   

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is intended to stop bribery. It prohibits offering to pay, paying, promising to pay, or authorizing the payment of money or anything of value to a foreign official. The term “foreign official” generally includes any employee or contractor of a foreign government, and may include individuals employed by foreign universities. It is also unlawful to make a payment to a third party knowing that all or part of the payment will go to a foreign official. For more information, review the federal government’s Resource Guide to the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. If you need further clarification, contact the UC Berkeley Office of Legal Affairs at 642-7122. 

Anti-Boycott Laws.  The U.S. Department of Commerce is responsible for oversight of laws prohibiting individuals and entities from participating in boycotts not approved or sanctioned by the U.S. government. The Export Administration Act requires that requests to participate in such boycotts or to conduct activities in any of the boycotting countries be formally reported to the Department of Commerce and/or IRS.

For other compliance-related issues, refer to UC’s International Compliance webpage.   

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR DOING BUSINESS INTERNATIONALLY

Foreign Bank Accounts. Employees wishing to open a foreign bank account should contact the Controller’s Office at cashiers@berkeley.edu or 643-9803. Requests to open accounts must be made through the Office of the President’s Banking and Treasury Services Group by the Chancellor or the Chancellor’s designee. 

Real Estate Agreements. Only employees with delegated authority to sign contracts on behalf of The Regents may enter into agreements, leases, or other contracts.  Foreign affiliates or operations must submit to the Real Estate Services Office property management agreements, personal property leases, or contracts with a term longer than one year or in an amount greater than $25,000 per year. The campus then seeks approval from the University president or designee. For more information, consult the Guidelines for the Establishment and Operation of Foreign Affiliate Organizations and Foreign Operations

Articles

The US State Department's page on ANGUILLA may be found HERE.

Personal Safety

ANGUILLA MAINTAINS CLOSURE OF ALL SEA AND AIR PORTS AS OF LATE OCTOBER DUE TO COVID-19; HIGHLY REGULATED ENTRY IS PERMITTED SINCE AUGUST. ANGUILLA WILL MAINTAIN THE CLOSURES TO MOST NONRESIDENT FOREIGN PASSENGERS THROUGH AT LEAST OCTOBER 31; HOWEVER, OFFICIALS ARE ALLOWING CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS SINCE AUGUST. THE BORDER CLOSURES ARE PART OF ONGOING EFFORTS TO CURB THE SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19).  PRE-APPROVED REPATRIATED CITIZENS AND LEGAL RESIDENTS ARE ALLOWED TO ENTER BUT WILL BE SUBJECT TO COVID-19 TESTING ON ARRIVAL, AND A MANDATORY 14-DAY QUARANTINE AT HOME OR AT A GOVERNMENT-APPROVED FACILITY. 

Note: this page contains basic risk information. For more details, please contact the Risk Services Office at risk@berkeley.edu.

If you are traveling to Anguilla on University-related business, please sign up for the University’s travel insurance program by going here. For more information on the travel insurance program, please go here.

Because everyone’s health is unique, we suggest seeking the advice of a medical professional before traveling internationally. Members of the campus community interested in protecting their health while abroad may schedule an appointment with the University Health Services International Travel Clinic. 

Anguilla has poor medical infrastructure. This assessment is based on the number of available hospital beds, licensed and trained physicians and support staff, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and other global data. Underfunded systems, underpaid staff, and medical supply concerns challenge the medical infrastructure of Anguilla.

Travelers and individuals planning for extended stay in Anguilla should have health insurance that is valid and readily accepted. Cash payment is often required at the time services are rendered, and care may vary widely depending on location and facility. Additionally, medical evacuation insurance is strongly encouraged for any travel or assignment abroad, as costs for medical repatriation may be substantial.

The main roads in Anguilla are mostly in good condition. Minor roads are narrow, generally not well maintained, and may be unpaved. There is no public transportation. Most travelers take taxis or use car rental services to travel on the island. The main points of entry are Clayton Lloyd International Airport (AXA), just south of The Valley, and Blowing Point Ferry Terminal, in Blowing Point.

The telecommunications infrastructure is modern; international direct dialing is available. There is 3G in The Valley and most towns. Wireless internet is available in AXA, some restaurants, cafes, and hotels in most towns.

Legal/Political

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in illegal drugs or firearms are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.  
Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the U.S., regardless of local law. 

Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. 

Firearms: Do not enter Anguilla with firearms or ammunition without prior express consent from the British government. 

LGBTI Travelers: There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in Anguilla.