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BarbadosInvestors & entrepreneursLast checked October 17, 2026

Special Entry Permit (variation of stay under section 13(3))

A Special Entry Permit lets a foreign national stay in Barbados on varied conditions under section 13(3) of the Immigration Act. Applicants show financial resources, health insurance valid in Barbados, and property records where they own property. The official page does not set a minimum amount.

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Currency

Barbadian Dollar

BBD

Barbadian Dollar

Tax

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Income tax (national)

VAT 17.5%

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

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Who it’s for

Financially independent foreign nationals, such as property owners or people with pensions or investments, who want to stay in Barbados longer than a visitor.

Eligibility

  • Financial resources

    Proof of financial resources, such as bank statements, pension documents or proof of real estate.

  • Health insurance

    Health insurance valid in Barbados.

  • Police certificates

    Show police certificates from every country where you lived for 6 months or more in the last 3 years.

    • Look-back period is the last 3 years
    • British applicants may submit an Enhanced Disclosure instead
    Official wording

    Police certificates from every country where the applicant lived for 6 months or more in the last 3 years. British applicants may submit an Enhanced Disclosure instead.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Document checklistForm B (application under section 13(3) of the Immigration Act)
  • FeesApplication fee
  • Steps to applyFill in Form B for each applicant

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  • 10 documents
  • 1 fee
  • 3 steps
  • Processing times and conditions
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