Residence & citizenship
Barbadian Permanent Resident Status
Settled status for non-nationals who have established themselves in Barbados, granted under section 5 of the Immigration Act via registration as a permanent resident (Form A1).
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The official page does not publish a minimum number of years of residence required to qualify; confirm the residency period with the Immigration Department.
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
- Permanent Resident Status (Form A1, section 5)
- Route type
- Permanent residence / settlement
- Application fee
- BDS $300
- Non-refundable
- Approval fee
- BDS $1,200
- Payable if granted
Who it is for
- Non-nationals who have established themselves in Barbados and wish to settle permanently
- Spouses of a Barbadian citizen
- People who can show they will not become a charge on the state
Requirements
- Completed Form A1 with originals and photocopies of all documents
- Birth certificate and passport bio-data page
- Marriage or divorce documentation if applicable (spouses submit the Barbadian's birth and marriage certificates)
- A certificate of character from the police of each country lived in for 6+ months in the past 3 years
- A medical certificate (form varies by age)
- Four passport photographs (one certified)
- Employment letter, school attendance letters and proof of qualifications
- Official English translations of any foreign-language documents
How to apply
- Complete and submit Form A1 to the Immigration Department with all supporting documents
- Pay the BDS $300 application fee on submission (non-refundable)
- If approved, pay the BDS $1,200 approval fee
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.