Barbados · Retirement Visa

Immigrant Status — Retirement

Official name Immigrant Status — Retirement (Section 6(1)(d))

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-21 · Our methodology
3.5/10 diff
Moderate

[min_investment: 'sufficient means of support to maintain himself and his dependants' (Cap. 190 s.6(1)(d)) — no specific…

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Yes
Job offer
Not required
Direct answer

[min_investment: 'sufficient means of support to maintain himself and his dependants' (Cap. 190 s.6(1)(d)) — no specific BBD or USD threshold in statute or regulations; means-test is at Minister's discretion]

At a Glance

Visa Duration
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Yes
Difficulty
3/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Health Insurance RequiredYes

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Bridgetown
Single (monthly)€1,244
Family (monthly)€2,300
Rent 1BR (center)€498
Groceries€311
Transport pass€75
St. Lawrence Gap
Single (monthly)€1,219
Family (monthly)€2,208
Rent 1BR (center)€483
Groceries€305
Transport pass€73
Holetown
Single (monthly)€1,288
Family (monthly)€2,392
Rent 1BR (center)€529
Groceries€322
Transport pass€77

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Immigrant Status — Retirement (Section 6(1)(d))?

[min_investment: 'sufficient means of support to maintain himself and his dependants' (Cap. 190 s.6(1)(d)) — no specific BBD or USD threshold in statute or regulations; means-test is at Minister's discretion]

Can the Immigrant Status — Retirement (Section 6(1)(d)) lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to Barbados?

Yes. Barbados offers 5 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Barbados country page.

What is the cost of living in Barbados?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Bridgetown: €1,244/mo; St. Lawrence Gap: €1,219/mo; Holetown: €1,288/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-21 · See our methodology

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