Britain’s decision to exit the European Union could have major impacts on the Caribbean, leaving significant uncertainties for the region’s relationship not only with the UK, but also with the rest of Europe.

The UK’s stunning decision to decouple itself from the European Union will have serious consequences for British passport holders. British passport holders are currently able to work and reside in all the European Union (EU) countries. When the UK exits the EU, in about two-years, the approximately 1.2 million British expatriates living in EU countries could lose the right to remain at their properties year-round and will not be able to work in EU countries without a valid work visa.