Buying guide
Buying property in the Caribbean
Simplify the buying process with our tailored guide to purchasing Caribbean property.
The Caribbean offers diverse landscapes with white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters, and rich rainforests. With our expert guidance, weāll help you secure your perfect Caribbean real estate investment.
With our in-depth understanding of the legal regulations and rules governing property purchases in the Caribbean, we'll help you make informed decisions.
Who can buy in the Caribbean
The Caribbean comprises over 700 islands, divided into 30 territories, and the process of buying a home varies between the islands. Despite variations in the process, most islands require prospective buyers to register with a central bank.
Some islands will offer residency in return for investing in property, known as the āgolden visaā. English-speaking islands, such as Antigua, Barbados, and St. Lucia, follow a British-based buying system, whereas French Caribbean territories, such as St. Barts, St. Martin, and Martinique, follow a French buying process.
Taxes and costs in the Caribbean
- Many islands peg their currency to the US dollar, making it easier for buyers to calculate purchase costs.
- When purchasing a property in the Caribbean, taxes tend to be low but vary by island.
- On some islands, business licenses may be required if owners lease their properties, and stamp duty may be payable on the annual rent.
- Fees vary between islands, and real estate agent fees can be set by a professional body, which may result in higher costs than international buyers are used to.
Latest properties in the Caribbean

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St Peter, Barbados
Apartment, 94.76 sqm

Apes Hill Club, Garden Wall Villas, St James
Villa, 293 sqm

Atlantic Shores, Christ Church
Apartment, 217 sqm

Dover Street, St Lawrence Gap, Christ Church
Apartment, 169 sqm

Holders, St James
House, 0.64 acres

Holetown, St James
Villa, 0.49 acres

Royal Westmoreland, St. James
Villa, 845.42 sqm

Long Bay Development, St. Philip
Villa, 0.77 acres

Belair, St. Phillip
House, 276.39 sqm

Road View, St. Peter
Land, 0.82 acres

Prospect, St. James
Villa, 609.54 sqm

Prospect, St. James
Apartment, 0.12 acres

Apes Hill, St. James
Villa, 0.59 acres

Fustic Estate, St. Lucy,
Villa, 11 acres

Port St. Charles, St. Peter
Apartment, 81.29 sqm

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Lower Carlton, St James
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