the Caribbean, ranked on cost
The 4 countries we track in the Caribbean, ranked by what a couple spends per month to live comfortably. Cape Verde is the cheapest at £1,600; Antigua and Barbuda the most expensive at £2,700.
| # | Country | Modest | Comfortable | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Verde | £1,050 | £1,600 | £2,500 |
| 2 | Dominican Republic | £1,150 | £1,650 | £2,400 |
| 3 | Grenada | £1,500 | £2,400 | £3,500 |
| 4 | Antigua and Barbuda | £1,700 | £2,700 | £4,100 |
A friendly, safe archipelago off West Africa with reliable year-round sunshine, sandy beaches and a laid-back Creole culture, Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) is a growing sun-seeker's choice within easy reach of Europe.
Ownership: Foreigners can buy property freehold with few restrictions, and purchases are registered in the buyer's name. Since 2018 a 'Green Card' scheme for real-estate investors has offered tax incentives such as reduced property transfer duty. Using a local lawyer to confirm clear title is advisable.
Visa: Retirees showing passive income of roughly EUR 1,500 a month can obtain a long-stay visa and then a residence permit; buying property can also support a residence application.
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