Industry veterans Patricia Darrell and Lani Isip have joined forces to create Global Consultants, a work permit, immigration and travel documentation services business.

Ms Darrell and Ms Isip have more than 20 years of combined experience in the field.

“We offer expert advice, can save time and relieve employers of the burden and hassle of applying for work permits, both initial and renewals,” Ms Darrell says.

“For those who do not submit work permit applications on a regular basis, they may not be aware of the particulars of what is required with each submission in each job category.

“Our expert advice ensures that applications are submitted with all required details fully complete, and we help clients do this in a timely manner.

“It also ensures that there are no delays in the event an incomplete application is returned by the Department of Immigration.”

She added: “Our service benefits small and large businesses by freeing up the busy small business owner, and the HR staff of larger companies, so they can spend their time more efficiently.”

The company said Ms Isip has successfully processed thousands of visa applications and hundreds of Bermuda work permits.

She said: “We process Bermuda work permit applications for employees from any country.

“And being from the Philippines I am, of course, uniquely positioned to help applicants from that part of the world, with its specific requirements such as POLO/POEA exit clearance and overseas Filipino workers on-site registration.”

Ms Isip added: “Applying to renew a passport or for a travel visa is usually a once in every ten-year experience for travellers.

“We know all the particulars and intricacies for passports for Bermuda, UK, Philippines, India, South Africa, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand, Germany and many more, as well as visas for popular destinations such as US, Canada, UK, Australia, Europe (Schengen), Japan, Philippines and anywhere else Bermuda residents wish to travel.”

Other services provided by Global Consultants include applying for Bermuda status and naturalisation, spousal letter, and permission to reside and seek employment.

It also helps businesses who wish to set up in Bermuda and offers full relocation support.

Global Consultants is located on the balcony level of Washington Mall, and walk-in customers are welcomed. You may call them at 707-9777 or e-mail at globalconsultantsbermuda@gmail.com.