Barbados is a carribean nation in West Indies. Barbados well deserved reputation as a highly attractive jurisdiction for carrying on international business. The country has beautiful white sand beaches and rigged cliffs. The country has low corporate taxes with friendly business environment. Main industries are tourism and sugar.
Investment Name
Business Investment
Minimum Investment
US$300,000 in real estate, or US$2 million with net worth above US$5 million (Special Entry and Reside Permit)
Qualifying Investments
- Real Estate
- Business and commercial entities creating atleast 3 jobs
- Manufacturing
- Financial services
- Shipping industry
- Tourism
- Services sector
Permanent Residency
After 5 years of living
Barbados Citizenship
After 5 to 7 years of living. Barbados has no citizenship by investment program running unlike other Caribbean countries.
Dual Nationality
Allowed
Residence program
Special Entry and Reside Permit from US$300,000 (property).
Citizenship program
No citizenship by investment. Naturalisation after 5 years of legal residence.
Dual citizenship
Allowed
Citizenship
After 5 years of residence
Processing time
Varies. Contact us for current timing.
Permanent residency
Contact us for current rules.
Last reviewed November 2026. Programme rules change often, so confirm details with us before investing.