International Relations

International Relations is responsible for dealing with Jersey’s external and international policies.

Jersey has a considerable measure of autonomy within its constitutional relationship with the United Kingdom although it is not independent of the UK. In practice, responsibility for the Island’s international representation rests largely with the UK government. However, the UK always consults Jersey on its obligations in international law and other international agreements. Furthermore, Jersey is included in many of the important international conventions to which the UK is a party, including human rights legislation and international sanctions.

Jersey also has a special relationship with the European Union. In simple terms, the Island is treated as part of the European Community for the purposes of free trade in goods but otherwise is not a part of the European Union.

The Island’s status as a respected international finance centre is well known throughout the world. Jersey has been at the forefront in achieving the highest level of conformance with international standards, for example in supporting multi-national initiatives to regulate financial services business and the prevention of international criminal activities.

Contact details:

Mike Entwistle
International Relations
Chief Minister's Department
PO Box 140
The Parade
St Helier
Jersey
JE4 8QT

Tel: 00 44 (0)1534 440405
Fax: 00 44 (0) 1534 440408

Email: international@gov.je