Business & investor visas
Barbadian Special Entry and Reside Permit (SERP)
A long-term residence permit for high-net-worth investors, property owners, specially skilled individuals and older parents or grandparents of Barbadians, allowing them and their family to reside in Barbados.
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Under review — check current rules
No dedicated SERP page was located on immigration.gov.bb. All category thresholds and fees (e.g. investment of US$2m and net worth over US$5m for Category 1, property value of US$300,000, and permit fees of US$3,500-US$5,000) come from secondary/professional-advisory sources and are UNVERIFIED against an official source. Confirm every figure and the category structure with the Immigration Department before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Barbados government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Special Entry and Reside Permit (SERP)
- Route type
- Long-term residence permit (investor / talent)
- Validity
- Fixed-term, or indefinite where the applicant is aged 60+
- Reported — verify with the Immigration Department
Who it is for
- High-net-worth individuals investing significant foreign-sourced funds in Barbados
- Owners of substantial property in Barbados
- Individuals with special skills critical to Barbados's development
- Parents or grandparents of a Barbadian aged 60 or over
Requirements
- Evidence of the qualifying investment, property or special skill
- Comprehensive health insurance
- A police certificate of character
- Proof of financial self-sufficiency (not likely to become a charge on the state)
- Documentation for accompanying spouse and children
How to apply
- Apply to the Immigration Department with evidence of the qualifying category
- A decision is issued by the Chief Immigration Officer on behalf of the responsible Minister
- Terms (duration and fee) are set according to the applicant's category and age
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.