Minister
Welcome
Welcome to the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Consumer Affairs. The Ministry is responsible for coordinating Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' relations with foreign governments, as well as regional and international organizations. It seeks to create opportunities for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in the field of foreign trade through the negotiation and monitoring of the relevant agreements and treaties.
Who we are?
The Internal Trade and Commerce Department through the Consumer Protection Act NO. 12 of 2020 is responsible for the promotion and protection of consumer interests, in relation to the supply of goods and services; and to ensure the protection of life, health and safety of consumers.
Additionally, the Department is responsible for the administration of both the Price and Distribution of Goods Act and the Supplies Control Act. The Price and Distribution of Goods Act provides for the authorization and processing of the Trader’s Licences and the calculation, monitoring and verification of price-controlled items; while the Supplies Control Act regulates the import and export of supplies essential to life.
Mission
To facilitate a trading environment for Consumers and Businesses that is fair and efficient within the market place of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
Vision
To be the lead Agency for the promotion and protection of consumer welfare and fair trade in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
The Department of Internal Trade and Commerce provides the following services:
- Process Import and Export licenses
- Process Trader’s licenses
- Conduct product price monitoring and market surveillance
- Provide information to consumers and suppliers regarding their rights and obligations under the Consumer Protection Act and conduct consumer education and awareness programmes
- Receive and evaluate consumer complaints and take appropriate action in relation thereto
Speeches
- Message From Dr., The Honourable, Ralph E. Gonsalves, Prime Minister, Saint Vincent And The Grenadines To Mark The Thirty-eight (38th) Anniversary of Independence
- 72nd UNGA Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Sir Louis Straker
- Address To The 46th General Assembly Of The OAS by Hon. Camillo Gonsalves
- Eight Session of the WTO Ministerial Conference
- Minister's Speech
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Consumer Affairs is located on the 3rd Floor of the Administrative Centre on Bay Street.
Address:
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Consumer Affairs
3rd Floor Administrative Centre
Bay Street
Kingstown
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Administrative Office
Tel:(784) 456-2060
Tel:(784) 456-1111 Ext 3827
Fax:(784) 456-2610
Email: office.foreignaffairs@mail.gov.vc
svgforeign@gmail.com
Opening Hours
Mondays - Fridays
8:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
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Telephone: +1 784 457-1007
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