All investors, including citizens of the United Kingdom are required to obtain a Non-Belonger Land Holding License (NBLHL) to purchase property in the BVI. Agreements to purchase property are therefore made contingent upon a license being obtained by the purchaser. A License gives entitlement to own a specific property.

Application for a NBLHL is made to the Minister of Natural Resources, Government of the British Virgin Islands and must be supported by two character references, financial references and a police certificate of good standing, amongst other supporting documents.