Residency-by-Investment in the Caribbean

(Live legally in the country, with possible future citizenship — but NOT an instant passport)

Only a handful of Caribbean nations offer genuine RBI programs. The most notable:

🇧🇸 1. The Bahamas — Economic Permanent Residency (EPR) Program

Investment options:

• Real estate purchase: USD $750,000+ for permanent residency

• Fast-track residency: USD $1.5M+ real estate

• Additional options for business investment

Features:

• No income tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax

• Residency can lead to naturalization after long-term residence

• Physical presence required for citizenship, but not for residency renewal

Best for: High-net-worth individuals wanting a tax-friendly base.

🇧🇧 2. Barbados — Special Entry & Reside Permit (SERP)

Investment options:

• Investment of $2M+ in Barbados real estate

• OR proof of minimum annual income (for digital nomad visas)

Features:

• Long-term residency; renewable

• Pathway to citizenship after 5 years for certain investors

• Barbados has a strong residency framework compared to others

Best for: Investors wanting residency + physical living in Barbados.

🇰🇾 3. Cayman Islands — Residency via Investment

Investment options:

• $2.4M+ in developed real estate

• OR establishing a significant local business

• Option for a 25-year residence certificate

Features:

• No direct path to a Cayman passport

• No property taxes, no income/capital gains taxes

• Excellent infrastructure and banking

Best for: Ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking a stable and tax-efficient residence.

🇦🇮 4. Anguilla — Residency & PR via Real Estate Investment

Investment:

• $750,000+ for residency through real estate

• $1.5M+ for permanent residency

• Additional government fees apply

Features:

• British Overseas Territory

• No path to a UK passport but stable governance

• Attractive for tax planning

🇹🇹 5. Trinidad & Tobago — Residency through Business Investment

Not a formal RBI program, but investors can obtain residency through:

• Registering a company

• Hiring locals

• Maintaining a legitimate business presence

Features:

• Path to citizenship exists after 5 years of residency

• Strong economy in the region

🚫 Countries without Residency-by-Investment Programs

These countries offer Citizenship by Investment only, not structured residency programs:

• Antigua & Barbuda

• Dominica

• St. Kitts & Nevis

• St. Lucia

• Grenada

(While you can reside in them as a citizen after your CBI approval, they do not offer a separate RBI pathway.)