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Grenada

The average temperature in Grenada is 28 degrees Celsius, which is ideal for going to the Grand Etang National Park for a hike. Who knows? You might even spot iguanas, osprey and herons when you’re out and about.

It ranks #53 out of 152 on Speedtest, so again, the internet speed should be pretty decent.

The same could be said for the lower living costs. Numbeo has these figures:

  • Three-course meal for two at mid-range restaurant: 215.62EC$ (£64.37)
  • 1 litre regular milk: 5.02EC$ (£1.50)
  • 500g loaf of fresh white bread: 4.07EC$ (£1.20)
  • One-way ticket on public transport: 3.00EC$ (90p)
  • Basics for an 85m2 flat: 471.95EC$ (£141) per month
  • One-bedroom flat in city centre: 1,764.31EC$ (£527) per month

Traditional menus in Grenada feature bakes and fishcakes (fishcake sandwiched in fried bread); oil down (salted meat, callaloo, breadfruit, other vegetables steamed in coconut milk); and pelau (chicken, rice, peas, carrots, coconut milk and caramelised brown sugar). For afters, try nutmeg ice cream or a rum punch.

Speaking of which, Grenada is dubbed as Spice Island, rich in nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and vanilla. It also boasts a booming chocolate industry with boutique shops on the island.

The digital nomad visa

https://grenadaembassyusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Grenada-Visa-Requirements-for-Applicants-of-Visas-Prior-to-Arrival-in-Grenada-as-of-Mar-2018.pdf

Name of visa: Remote Employment Act

Visa fee: The application fee for an individual is $1,500 (£1,200), and the application fee for an individual and up to three dependents is $2,000 (£1,620). It costs $1,400 (£1,135) to renew the visa and an extra $200 (£162) per dependent.

Length of stay: Up to one year

Can I extend my stay? Yes

Requirements:

  • Provide evidence of a passport that is valid for the period for which the remote-work permit is intended to apply
  • Provide proof of the grant or application for, a visa, if a visa is required
  • Provide proof of a health insurance policy valid for the period for which the remote-work permit is intended to apply
  • Provide a police certificate

Minimum salary: Provide proof of an actual annual income of not less than EC$100,000.00 (£30,000) generated outside of Grenada, and proof that the actual income is intended to continue for the period for which the remote-work permit is intended to apply

How to apply: Print out and fill this application form: http://gov.gd/index.php/documents/application-visa/viewdocument/88. Post it to:

1701 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE., N.W.
FAX. (202) 265–2468 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009

It will take ten days to process from date of receipt.

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Anna Jordan

Anna is Senior Reporter, covering topics affecting SMEs such as grant funding, managing employees and the day-to-day running of a business.

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