Who are you? Where, when and why did you move abroad? I’m Marianne, I’m 31, and I’m a digital marketer. Four years ago, I moved to the beautiful Caribbean island of Barbados. I’ve been freelance for a few years, and in 2019 I co-founded Caribbean Collective, with the idea of bringing together business-minded creatives to … Read more
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to get a visa upon arrival in Barbados and be granted a specified period of stay. Entry to Barbados does not require a minimum validity on your passport as some other countries do, so long as it is valid for the duration of your stay. If you … Read more
If you’re planning to live and work in Barbados, a local bank account is essential – after all, nobody wants to face a transaction fee every time they make a purchase or withdrawal. Luckily, opening a bank account as an expat in Barbados is relatively easy, and if you’re looking to do so, here’s what … Read more
Barbados is a country that’s famous for its blue seas, flavoursome fish cutters and rum punch so strong that it’s almost guaranteed to put hairs on your chest. With a steady influx of tourism each year (there were 522,583 visitors in the first nine months of 2019 alone!), the country is made up of a … Read more
The beautiful island of Barbados is an enticing prospect for expats seeking work. Due to the popularity of the island as a destination, competition for employment is quite stiff, but a range of jobs are to be found, including many in the tourism and hospitality sectors – the island is a popular tourist destination, too.The … Read more
A bank account is essential if you are living and working in Barbados. Opening an account with one of the many banks available is relatively easy. Expats will need to take along two different types of ID and one of these must be a passport. The other can be a driver’s license or copy of … Read more
Femi, you're a home-school and special needs education teacher in Barbados. Tell us about your job: what does a day in your life look like? To say that my days are quite hectic is an understatement. My students and I normally begin our day with something fun like story-telling or animated videos. I am a … Read more
Barbados is a beautiful holiday destination, but have you ever considered moving there? While the small island nation is densely populated (its the 18th most populated country in the world, in fact) it is not hugely popular with expats. That’s not to say that you can’t find life hugely satisfying in Barbados if you’re planning … Read more
