The Office of the Deputy Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Brandy Garland-Williams as the Director of Services in the Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force within the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services.
Garland-Williams holds a Bachelor of Laws Honours with Criminology from the University of Law, which she completed in September 2025 and an Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies from the Bahamas Institute of Business and Technology, obtained in 2018. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Immigration Law at the University of Law.
Garland-Williams joined the Public Service as an Assistant Customs Officer in 2020 and was promoted to Customs Officer in 2021. In 2023, she was elevated to Senior Officer and subsequently promoted in 2024. Throughout her tenure, she has gained specialized expertise in border security, intelligence operations and enforcement coordination, supported by numerous professional certifications including Silver Commander Certification and advanced analytical training from the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts.
In her new capacity as Director of Services, Mrs. Garland-Williams will oversee all critical services provided by the Border Force, including the issuance and management of visas, residence permits and extensions of visits. She is also responsible for managing the Entry Processing Unit, which facilitates the processing of cargo entering the Turks and Caicos Islands via official entry processing systems. Additionally, her remit includes the management of the two detention facilities, ensuring the highest standards of security and operational oversight.
Reflecting on her appointment, Mrs. Garland-Williams shared, “I am deeply honoured to have the privilege of serving my country in this new capacity and for the opportunity to continue contributing to the protection and national security advancement of the Turks and Caicos Islands. My professional journey truly reflects the power of prayer, hard work, dedication, faith and continuous growth. It is my hope that my professional and educational journey can serve as an inspiration to young adults. Remain committed to pursuing your purpose with integrity, prayer, faith and dedication and you will continue to achieve excellence in whatever path you choose. As Myles Munroe once said, ‘The greatest tragedy in life is not death, but a life without purpose.’ I am also guided by the words of Book of Mark 11:24, which says, ‘Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them and you will have them.’”
Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service, Her Excellency Anya Williams in congratulatory remarks said, “I extend sincere congratulations to Mrs. Brandy Garland-Williams on her appointment as Director of Services within the Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force in the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services. We are pleased to welcome her to this distinguished role and wish her every success as she embarks upon this new chapter in contributing to the critical work of the TCI Border Force.”
Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion, Mrs. Garland-Williams!
