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Barbados — Welcome Stamp (Digital Nomad Visa): Everything you need to live and work remotely in the Caribbean

Knowledge Base – QUESTRAVEL

By Víctor Pizarro, Co-founder of QUESTRAVEL

Be a nomad in Barbados: work with a Caribbean sea view

Barbados was one of the pioneers to launch a digital-nomad visa during the pandemic, attracting professionals who wanted to combine productivity with island living. Here’s how the Barbados Welcome Stamp works, who qualifies, and how to apply—step by step.

What is the Barbados Welcome Stamp?

A special 12-month residency visa that lets remote workers and their families live in Barbados while working for a foreign employer or as independent contractors serving international clients. You can re-apply after your first year if you want to extend your stay. (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)

Who manages and processes it

The program is run by the Government of Barbados (Ministry of Tourism & International Transport) with applications submitted online.

👉 Official portal: barbadoswelcomestamp.bb • Tourism overview: visitbarbados.org. (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)

Legal/tax notes

Welcome Stamp holders are not liable to Barbados income tax on their foreign earnings; VAT applies to on-island purchases. (Always check your home-country tax rules.) (Visit Barbados)

Duration & renewals

  • Validity: 12 months from approval.
  • Renewal: may re-apply after the first 12 months.
  • Typical processing time: decisions are commonly issued within ~5 working days. (PwC)

Requirements (summary)

  • Work remotely for an employer/company outside Barbados, or be self-employed with foreign clients.
  • Expected annual income ≥ US$50,000 (or sufficient means to support yourself and dependents).
  • Health insurance valid in Barbados.
  • Valid passport; dependents allowed (spouse/children). (Condé Nast Traveler)

Fees

  • US$2,000 — individual
  • US$3,000 — family bundle

(Non-refundable; charged after approval.) (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)

Step-by-step application

  1. Go to the official portal and apply online: barbadoswelcomestamp.bb/applynow. (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)
  2. Upload required docs (passport bio page, photo, proof of relationship for dependents; income/remote-work details are declared in the form). (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)
  3. Wait for review (usually ~5 business days). (Remote Work Barbados)
  4. Upon approval, pay the fee and receive confirmation to enter and reside in Barbados under the program. (Remote Work Barbados)

Key advantages

  • Simple 100% online process with fast decisions. (Remote Work Barbados)
  • Strong digital infrastructure; English-speaking environment.
  • Family-friendly (dependents included on one application). (barbadoswelcomestamp.bb)
  • Clear tax treatment for foreign income while on the Stamp. (Visit Barbados)


QUESTRAVEL experience

Barbados is popular with clients who value speed of approval, clarity on tax, and reliable infrastructure. The key gating item is demonstrating income and remote-work status cleanly.

Plan it with QuesTravel Experience: book your consult at fromquestravel.com—we’ll give you a tailored checklist, timeline, and hands-on help with your application.

Updated on: 03/11/2025