FAQs

Yes, we offer internship programmes to law students and/or young persons seeking job experience. We may receive direct applications or may consent to placements requested by the Public Service.

Before a non-citizen can be admitted by the High Court to practice as an attorney-at-law in Saint Lucia, the Attorney General must issue an official order published in the Government Gazette. This order confirms that the applicant has satisfied the requirements outlined in sections 15(1) and (2) of the Legal Profession Act, Cap. 2.04, and is eligible for admission under section 16 of the Revised Laws of Saint Lucia.

Steps for Admission:

1. Application Submission:

The applicant submits a formal application in the form of a statutory declaration, along with supporting evidence demonstrating compliance with section 15(1) and (2) of the Legal Profession Act, Cap. 2.04.

2. Required Documentation:
   The application must include:
   • A certified copy of the bio-data page of the applicant’s passport
   • Certified copies of all relevant academic and professional certificates
   • An original or certified copy of a certificate of character issued by the applicant’s country of residence
   • A Certificate of Good Standing from the applicant’s local Bar Association. 

3. Request for Chief Justice’s Opinion:

Upon approval of the application, a request is sent to the Chief Justice for his/her view on the applicant’s eligibility, as required by section 16(2) of the Legal Profession Act.

4. Chief Justice’s Response:
   

The Chief Justice reviews the application and confirms whether the applicant is a national of the stated country and whether that country grants reciprocal admission rights to citizens of Saint Lucia.

5. Preparation of Statutory Instrument:
   

If the Chief Justice is satisfied, the application is forwarded to the Legislative Drafting Unit via the Attorney General to prepare the statutory instrument known as the Legal Profession (Eligibility) Order.

6. Approval and Signature:
   After preparation, the Attorney General reviews, approves, and signs the statutory instrument.

7. Publication:
   The signed order is sent to the National Printing Corporation for official publication in the Government Gazette, completing the process at the Attorney General Chambers.

How do I register a non-profit organization (NPO) in Saint Lucia?

Setting up a non-profit organization in Saint Lucia? Here’s what you’ll need:

What to Submit

• A letter confirming your organization’s purpose and community benefit.
• A non-objection letter from the relevant Ministry.
• If your NPO’s name suggests a link to the Government or any Ministry, you must get written approval from the relevant minister.
• Approved company name.
• Incorporation forms and byelaws (minimum of 3 directors).
• Police record, ID, and contact details for each director.
• Documentation explaining how the NPO will operate and develop in compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) requirements.
• Signed statutory declaration.

How It Works

• Submit all documents in triplicate to the Attorney General’s Chambers.
• The application will be reviewed and any missing information requested.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the proposed directors and the NPO Committee to discuss objectives, funding, and AML/CFT compliance.
• The NPO Committee will recommend approval or non-approval to the Attorney General.
• Once approved, Chambers informs the applicant and Chambers then forwards the application to the Registry of Companies for registration.

Pursuant to the Apostille (Hague Convention) (Amendment of Schedule 2) Order Number 159 of 2024, the cost of an apostille certificate is XCD $100.00.

Pursuant to the Civil Code (Marriage Licence Fees) (Amendment) Order Number 158 of 2024, ordinary applications (more than one day before the date of ceremony), the fee is XCD $500.00 and for urgent applications (one day or less before the date of ceremony), the fee is XCD $700.00.

* Any application submitted after 3:00 PM on Mon-Fri will be deemed as submitted the following day. Any application submitted on the weekend or public holiday will be deemed to be submitted on the next working day.

The Attorney General’s Office is authorized to vet and process marriage licence applications.

Applications for marriage licences can either be Regular or Expedited:

• Regular Marriage Licence applications are applications submitted more than one day before it is required.
• Expedited Marriage Licence applications are applications submitted one day or less before it is required.

Things to know when applying for a marriage licence:

• Both nationals and non-nationals can apply for marriage licences.
• For Saint Lucia nationals, NIC No. is mandatory.
• For non-nationals, Passport No. is mandatory.
• For Saint Lucia nationals, copy of national identification card/driver’s licence (along with birth certificate)
• For non-nationals, copy of passport bio page. Non-nationals must show a valid entry stamp from immigration in the passport. Non-nationals who come by ship, a valid ship pass must be submitted.
• If a ‘petitioner was previously married’, petitioner must provide a death certificate of previous spouse/divorce decree/annulment.
• Parties should be over the age of 18, however; if at the age of 16, consent from the parent or legal guardian of applicant is required. This consent must be sworn before a notary royal.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Marriage application (Petition, supported by an affidavit and a draft licence)
• Statutory Declaration of applicants
• Passport of applicants – mandatory for non-nationals
• Driver’s Licence (along with birth certificate)/Saint Lucia National ID – mandatory for Saint Lucia nationals
• Proof of entry of applicants
• Consent from parent/legal guardian
• Other supporting documents This would include death certificate, divorce   decree or annulment.

* a Notarized copy of these documents would be required

The current tutor ad hoc fees to be paid to the Accountant General’s through the Attorney General’s Chambers is XCD $1,000.00.

No, the Attorney General’s Chambers does not advise private citizens. We only advise the Government. However, there may be matters of public interest in which the Attorney General may intervene. For instance: to bring relator actions, that is, a power to represent the public in all legal proceedings for the assertion or protection of public rights; to review an inquest under the Coroners Act; to bring contempt proceedings (in relation to the media); to bring actions to restrain vexatious litigants; or to assert the privileges of parliament in the courts; and to submit references to the courts on matters of constitutional importance. However, if you qualify, you may be eligible for legal aid through the Legal Aid Office.

Yes, the Registry provides a search service to check the availability of names and view existing registered entities.

You can register your company or business name online through the DigiGov platform by completing the relevant e-service and submitting the required information and supporting documents. Please visit https://digigov.govt.lc/ to access the platform.

The Registry handles the registration of companies, business names, and partnerships. It also manages the administration of trademarks, patents, and copyright.