Working from home never sounded so dreamy! Upgrade your ‘working from home’ living room views to ‘working from Barbados’  with this one of a kind opportunity! You may have seen the buzz on major news outlets like Huffington Post, CNN and The Telegraph about the new 12-month welcome stamp that has been receiving a lot of excitement around the world. Here are five things to know about this new and truly incredible opportunity to experience life as a local and live in beautiful Barbados.

1.Requirements

To qualify for the 12 Month Welcome Stamp you must show that you earn more than $50,000 USD / year. You must also have valid health insurance. Once you check both of those boxes you are welcome to apply. Applicants will be required to pass standard national security vetting.

2.Fees

The one-year Barbados welcome stamp costs $2,000 USD per individual or $3,000 USD per family. Barbados is known as a safe, family friendly island with excellent infrastructure.

3.Island Infrastructure

Barbados has an excellent healthcare and education system and is digitally connected. Telecommunication companies offer high speed fiber optic connection and data island wide, perfect for working from the beach! The 12 Month Welcome Stamp requires all individuals have health insurance and for those accessing private or public school pay school fees.

Barbados boasts some of the highest literacy rates in the world and has a range of first class private and public schools. The island follows the British school system, and there are also a handful of private schools that offer international curriculum. For more questions on schools in Barbados please contact our team.

4.Things to do in Barbados

Make the most of your year in paradise by experiencing the many things to do in Barbados. Learn to surf, get your scuba diving certification, go on hikes, taste the oldest rum in the world, explore the many beautiful beaches… the list of things to do is endless.

Barbados is known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean. If you relocate for a year you could visit a different restaurant every day, and still not cover all of the dining spots on our 166 square mile island. From street food to fine dining, beach bars to rum shops, the food is sure to be one of your favourite things about Barbados.

5.Finding a Home in Barbados

Imagine waking up every morning at your home in Barbados. Rent a beachfront condo, an incredible island style villa, a home on a golf course or a cozy family cottage. Barbados offers a home away from home for all types of people and families. The friendly and knowledgeable team at Realtors Limited will go above and beyond to match you with your Bajan Home based on your budget, interests and household needs. At Realtors Limited we have a range of fabulous properties and an equally as fabulous team who will make your relocation hassle free. Contact our team by emailing info@realtorslimited.com to start your search for your home away from home today.