Need a Pitcairn Islands ID Card? Buy Yours Here!

So, I’ve always been intrigued by the idea of having an ID from some far-off, exotic place. You know, something that just screams “adventure” and “mystery.” That’s why I decided to try and get a Pitcairn Islands ID card. Yeah, I know, it’s a pretty small and remote place, but that’s part of the appeal!

First things first, I did some digging online. I found out that only Pitcairn Islanders, their children, grandchildren, or approved residents can get these IDs. Apparently, you also need to be at least 18 years old and choose to settle there permanently. I’m over 18, so that part’s good. But permanently settling? That’s a big commitment. There are no charges for the land for settlement, which is pretty sweet.

The whole process seemed a bit complicated. I mean, Pitcairn is not exactly the easiest place to get to. I saw something about an 8-day trip just to get there! And that would cost a fortune. They mentioned something about travel between Pitcairn, Mangareva, and New Zealand having a subsidized rate of NZ$500 per person for approved migrants. Still, that’s a lot of money and time.

I found a website called Tripadvisor that had some reviews about Pitcairn Islands. Not a ton, just about 11 reviews of hotels and attractions, but it gave me a little bit of an idea of what to expect. Looks like they have a handful of places to stay – mostly homestays and private accommodations.

• I started by sending an email to the Deputy Governor’s office. Figured they’d be the best people to ask about the whole ID card thing. I asked a bunch of questions: What’s the application process like? What documents do I need? How long does it all take?
• They got back to me after a while. It wasn’t super fast, but hey, it’s a small island, right? They said I needed to prove I was serious about moving there. Like, really serious. They sent over a form to fill out, asking about my skills, my reasons for wanting to move, and how I’d contribute to the community.
• I spent days filling out that form. I talked about my passion, my desire to live a simpler life. I even looked up facts about living conditions on the Pitcairn Islands – apparently, they’re not part of the 10% living in extreme poverty, which is good. I sent the form back and waited. And waited.
• Finally, I got another email. They wanted to schedule a video call! I was so nervous. I practiced what I was going to say, trying to sound like a responsible adult who totally knew what he was getting into.
• The call went okay, I think. They asked more questions, mostly about my plans for settling there. I told them about my ideas, how I wanted to help out with the community, and all that jazz.

After the call, there was more waiting. It felt like forever. Then, one morning, I woke up to an email saying my application to settle was approved! I couldn’t believe it. I was actually going to be a resident of the Pitcairn Islands! They said the ID card would be issued once I arrived and completed some formalities.

Of course, getting there is a whole other adventure. I’m still figuring that part out. But hey, I’m one step closer to having that Pitcairn Islands ID card. It’s not just a piece of plastic; it’s a symbol of a new chapter in my life. A chapter that’s going to be full of challenges, new experiences, and hopefully, a lot of amazing stories to tell.

This is not the end!

I’ll keep you guys updated on my journey to Pitcairn and the ID card process. It’s going to be a wild ride, and I’m excited to share it all with you!