The Caribbean is made up of many islands, all of which have something special to offer visitors and migrants alike. Most foreigners moving to the Caribbean, retire there, taking advantage of its relaxed pace of life, warm weather and glorious scenery.

It is rare for any non-Caribbean nationals to find work in the countries because they tend to employ nationals to complete jobs. A non-national may sometimes be considered for roles which cannot be done by a national of the country. If you are lucky enough to find work in the Caribbean then you will likely need a visa; check with the embassy for the country you are going to.

If you wish to visit one of the Caribbean islands before you decide whether or not to move there on a more permanent basis, you will not require a visa – you will be eligible to stay in the country for up to 90 days, or three months. However, to stay longer you will most likely require a visa or residency status. Many countries allow UK nationals to stay in the country for six months on the UK passport; these countries include Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica and Grenada.

A new law has just been passed for travellers visiting Guyana whereby they will be issued with a visa upon arrival to the country. There will be four different types of visa category available; visitor, student, business and employment.

The Home Affairs Minister for Guyana explained that visitors will be allowed to stay in the country for three months, and charged $25 for each month. Those who are coming for business will be charged $140 but their visa will be valid for up to five years. A student visa will cost the same and last for three years, after which it can be renewed.

There are many benefits to moving to the Caribbean; many of the islands are owned and governed by the UK and this means there is no language barrier and there will also be English law in place. Of course, many islands speak their own language and it is better to try to learn this language before you go so that you can integrate better with the community.

Many of the Caribbean islands do not require UK nationals to have a visa, however you will need your passport to enter and leave the country. Many islands also charge a fee to leave, this is payable in cash and can be anywhere between $10-$30, so always carry enough cash on you at the airport.

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