How can I support a Philanthropic cause in Barbados?
Barbados has embarked on a National Philanthropy Programme focusing on public healthcare institutions and a number of key environmental, education and community-based initiatives. The National Philanthropy Programme highlights the importance of a ‘culture of giving to Barbados’ national development’ and facilitates the participation and contributions of stakeholders at every level. For further information visit: https://www.foreign.gov.bb/philanthropy/ […]
How can my company invest in Barbados?
Corporate investors can approach such government agencies as Invest Barbados, Barbados Central Bank and Business Barbados for guidance on the legal and regulatory requirements for doing business in Barbados. Investors will have access to the country’s international tax and investment treaties: double taxation agreements (DTAs), bilateral investment treaties (BITs), and tax information exchange agreements (TIEAs). […]
Can have my power of attorney legalized at the consulate
The Consulate legalizes and authenticates a variety of documents including Power of Attorney documents. The legislation verifies that the person whose has been given power of attorney presented themselves to the Consulate with appropriate identification and signed the relevant document in the presence of the Consular Officer
How do I gain employment in Canada?
One must have a job offer from a Canadian employer prior to coming to Canada. The employer will apply to the Canadian immigration for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This is a document that an employer in Canada may need to get before hiring a foreign worker. Foreign university/college students can also apply for […]
If my partner has taken our children overseas and refuses to return them. How can I navigate such child custody issues?
One can seek to use moral suasion and come to an agreement with the partner. Failing that one can approach the courts in Barbados to award custody and then have the court documents served to the overseas partner by means of a Canadian Process Server. This can be done in conjunction with a Canadian lawyer. […]
What about the agreement on Social Security between Barbados and Canada?
If you have lived or worked in Barbados and in Canada, or you are the survivor of someone who has lived or worked in Barbados and in Canada, you may be eligible for pensions or benefits from Barbados or Canada, or both. The Agreement on Social Security between Canada and Barbados came into force on […]
How can I apply for my Barbados pension?
One can go to the website of the National Insurance Scheme (NIS)(https://www.nis.gov.bb/pensioners/) and download the relevant forms and submit it to the NIS along with the required documents.
How can I become a Returning National?
One can apply online at the website of the Barbados Ministry of Foreign Affairs (https://www.foreign.gov.bb/barbados-network-programme/) . The official term is the Barbados Networkers Programme.
How do I purchase land in Barbados?
It is best to obtain the services of an attorney-at-law who is registered to practice law in Barbados to conduct a title search. Foreign nationals can buy land in Barbados and the Government of Barbados welcomes foreign investment. There are no restrictions on foreign buyers owning land in Barbados and foreign buyers enjoy the same […]
Can I take medical marijuana to Barbados?
One must scan and email an original copy of the prescription from a registered medical doctor to the Barbados Drug Service along with ones travel details and the biodata page of a valid passport for prior approval before entering Barbados.