Moving to Barbados from Anguilla

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Anguilla to Barbados — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Anguilla to Barbados.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

AI
28.3
BB
15.3

Barbados performs significantly better than Anguilla across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

AI
32.1
BB
37.6
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

AI
81.6%
BB
86.0%

Barbados performs significantly better than Anguilla across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

AI
8.0%
BB
8.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

AI
$12,200
BB
$17,400

Barbados performs significantly better than Anguilla across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

AI
82.2 yrs
BB
78.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

AI
3.1
BB
9.6

Anguilla generally does better on family life, though Barbados leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Anguilla and Barbados. To live, work, or study long-term in Barbados, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Barbados's immigration authority.

Barbados passport

Barbados passport holder visiting Anguilla

Visa Free
Barbados passport holders can enter Anguilla without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Barbados?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Barbados has 37.6 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Barbados safe for expats?

Barbados performs significantly better than Anguilla across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Barbados is 15.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 28.3 in Anguilla.

What language do they speak in Barbados?

Both Anguilla and Barbados share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

AI BB
Population 18,741 302,674
Currency East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) Barbadian Dollar (BBD)
Languages English English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1264 +1246
Time zones 1 1