WEE Formalization Toolkit
WHO IS THIS TOOLKIT FOR?
Being an entrepreneur is empowering and can provide a sense of independence.
This business formalization toolkit is a roadmap for women-led and women-owned micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Eastern Caribbean. It is designed to empower women to make informed decisions for themselves and their businesses.
Other National Resources
Ministry of Small Business, Entrepreneurship and Cooperatives
To transform the micro, medium and small enterprise sector in St. Kitts and Nevis through the fostering of a climate of entrepreneurship and the promotion of opportunities for economic development.
Type of Institution
National Government Ministry/Agency
Resources by department:
- Small Business Department: To encourage and facilitate the development of small and medium-sized businesses in the Federation.
- Entrepreneurship Department: To create a conducive environment for the development and success of entrepreneurs and start- ups in the Creative and Innovative space as independent economic generators, with a focus on equipping and developing new businesses and strengthening existing ones.
- Cooperatives Department: To support and improve the governance and financial performance of non-credit union cooperatives within the Federation, with a view to deliver benefits to members, thereby improving livelihoods.
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access the Import and Export Procedures Manual, Trade Facilitation Agreement Fact Sheet, Bureau of Standards and Quality Act among other resources.
Main Website
https://miticca.gov.kn/small-business-development/
Social Media
Media and Documents
https://miticca.gov.kn/news-articles/
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Multiple Partners
Contact
869-467-1203/1635/1460, sbdc@gov.kn
St. Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce
The St. Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce (SKNCIC) is the leading private sector organization in which the focus is to nurture and create the right environment to foster sustainable economic growth.
Type of Institution
Private Institution
Type of Resource
Local Development Resource
Resources
Strategic Planning & Formulation Webinar
Resource Description
Access past webinars from the Chamber and well as upcoming live streams like this Strategic Planning and Forumation Session.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
https://sknchamber.com/cic-news
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Horsford Road, Fortlands, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
+1 869-465-2980
Admin@sknchamber.com
Ministry of Finance (Customs Dept)
The St. kitts and Nevis Customs Department is a Government agency with the responsibility of protecting the country from potential risks arising from international trade and travel, while facilitating the legitimate movement of people and goods across our borders.
Type of Institution
National Government Ministry/Agency
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access the online Customs Duty Calculatir to easily vizualize the various costs related to importing goods from countries outside of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Main Website
Social Media
N/A
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Finance Building, Golden Rock, Basseterre / Tel: (869) 467-1092
The Saint Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA)
The Saint Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA) ia a government supported organisation established in 2007. This agency's major focus is that of Investment Promotion primarily geared at foreign direct investment (FDI). SKIPA falls under the supervision of the office of the Prime Minister and reports directly to the Senior Secretary in that Ministry. The Agency has as its Mission "To proactively promote and generate srategic investments for Saint Kitts and to facilitate the establishment and expansion of local and foreign investment projects, while advocating for the continued development and enhancement of the investment environment in Saint Kitts.
Type of Institution
Public Institution
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access a step by step guide to establishing a business as well as downloadble guides on incorporating a company and acquiring a business license.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
https://investstkitts.kn/category/news/
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA)
2nd Floor, KOI Building
One Airport Road, Golden Rock
St. Kitts, West Indies
Saint Kitts Inland Revenue Department
Issuing of Business Licence along with business advising. Also provides 'how to' information on the payment of taxes.
Type of Institution
National Public Institution
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access forms and guidelines for discounted VAT rates, e-services and company registration.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
Articles & Press Releases | Inland Revenue Department (sknird.com)
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
8694658485, inlandrevenue@ird.gov.kn
The Development Bank of Saint Kitts and Nevis ( Business Support Unit)
The Development bank of St. Kitts and Nevis is a statutory corporation hence the major shareholder is the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis. The bank has its main branch on St. Kitts with a sub - branch on Nevis. While the main focus of the bank is Development financing, there is a Business Support Unit that provides support services to persons who benefit form the financial offerings/ products of the Bank.
Type of Institution
Financial Institution
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access the General Loan Online Application, loan calculator and book an appointment.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
info@skndb.com, Phone: 8690465-2288, 469-5416
St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards
The Bureau of Standards has the major responsibility of protecting the environment, health, and safety of consumers. Its activities also focus on preparing, promoting, and generally adopting standards on a national basis relating to structures, commodities, materials, articles, and other things offered to the public commercially, hence promoting standardization, quality assurance, and simplification in industry and commerce.
Type of Institution
National Government Department
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Bureau of Standards and Quality Act
Resource Description
The act provides for the preparation, promotion and implementation of standards and standard related activities in relation to commodities, goods, services, processes and practices by the establishment and operation of a Bureau of Standards; defines the powers and functions of the Bureau of Standards; provides for transitional provisions; and for incidental matters.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
https://sknbs.org/category/news-articles/
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Multiple Memberships and Affiliations
Contact
869-467-1498, sknbs@gov.kn
Small Enterprise Development Unit (SEDU)
The Small Enterprise Development Unit is a Nevis Island Administration government entity within the Ministry of Finance. Its aim is to assist, development and promote businesses on the island. The SEDU continues to establish better relations with the small business community by hosting several business networking forums, training development and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Type of Institution
National Government Ministry/Agency
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Guides and Manuals
Resource Description
N/A
Main Website
N/A
Social Media
Media and Documents
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Other Government Agencies and NGOs
Contact
1(869) 469 5161/5171/72
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