The Barbados Welcome Stamp is a 12-month remote-work visa launched in 2020 that lets you live in Barbados while working for an employer or clients outside the country. It's renewable, family-friendly, and exempts you from Barbados income tax on foreign income. Here's the practical breakdown.
Who qualifies
Anyone earning at least USD $50,000/year (or able to show equivalent means) from an employer or business outside Barbados. Open to all nationalities. Family members can be included on the same application.
Cost
USD $2,000 for a single applicant, USD $3,000 for a family bundle. Paid online to the Barbados government. No additional monthly fees.
Taxes
Welcome Stamp holders are NOT considered tax residents of Barbados and pay zero local income tax on foreign income for the 12-month stay. Still check your home country's tax residency rules.
What you get
Right to live in Barbados for 12 months, renewable. Schools can enrol your kids. You can open a local bank account with the stamp.
Setting up day-to-day
Plan a furnished long-stay rental (Saint James or Christ Church are most remote-worker friendly), fibre internet (100+ Mbps available island-wide), and a co-working space if you need one (Regus Warrens, Cube Office in Bridgetown).
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