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Environment: Relocating To Barbados - Information You Need
Immigration Regulations
See documents required to enter Barbados
Duration of Visit
Visitors coming to Barbados should provide proof of adequate
means of support during their stay.
Extension of Stay
Visitors wishing to extend their stay should make an application
to the Immigration Department
on the prescribed form which is available at the department.
The following items should be submitted with the application:
- one passport size photograph
- a valid passport or travel document
- a valid airline ticket
- evidence of means of support
- application fee of BDS $25 (US$ 12.50)
Visitors are not permitted to engage in any occupation or
to accept any employment during the period of their stay.
Chief Immigration Officer
Immigration Department
Careenage House, The Wharf,
Bridgetown, Barbados
Tel: (246) 426-1011
Tel: 1-800-268-9122
E-mail: Imm-dept@caribsurf.com
Permanent Residence
Persons who wish to take up permanent residence in Barbados
must provide tangible evidence that they are not likely to become
a charge on the nation.
Applications should be made to:
Chief Immigration Officer
Immigration Department
Careenage House, The Wharf,
Bridgetown, Barbados
Tel: (246) 426-1011
Tel: 1-800-268-9122
E-mail: Imm-dept@caribsurf.com
Barbados Architect Services
If you are relocating to Barbados and require the services of an architect, there are several professional architects registered in Barbados.
Barbados real estate: Buying or renting
The following guidelines must be followed when importing
any animal into Barbados:
- An import permit must be obtained from the Chief Veterinary
Officer
before the importation of all animals, reptiles and birds.
- A Veterinary Officer must examine the animal before it
is allowed
to leave the customs area.
- Dogs and cats must be free of any communicable disease.
These
animals may be imported by permit directly from the UK,
Ireland,
Jamaica, St.Kitts - Nevis, Antigua, St.Lucia and St.Vincent.
Cats and dogs originating from all other countries must
undergo 6 months
quarantine in Britain after which time an import permit
can be secured.
- For further inquiries, contact Veterinary Services at
Tel: (246) 427-5073 or Fax: (246) 420-8444
Students
Persons who wish to pursue a course of study in Barbados
should apply for a student visa before entering the island.
Applications for student visas should be made on the prescribed
form to:
Chief Immigration Officer
Immigration Department
Careenage House, The Wharf,
Bridgetown, Barbados
Tel: (246) 426-1011
Tel: 1-800-268-9122
E-mail: Imm-dept@caribsurf.com
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