🇧🇧 Barbados · Naturalisation
Citizenship by Registration — Commonwealth Citizens (Cap. 186 s.4(3)) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,633 |
| Minimum annual salary | €43,589 |
| Proof of savings | €17,436 |
| Minimum investment | €8,718 |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Age range | 16–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €465 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months. Citizenship possible after 7 years.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.refworld.org/legal/legislation/natlegbod/1966/en/20336.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,633.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“s.4(3)(a): 'has been ordinarily resident in Barbados ... for a period of not less than seven years ending with the date of his application, of which not less than five years in the aggregate must have been spent in Barbados'.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.