Government & Travel Resources

2026 CARICOM Passport Index - In today’s world, becoming a Global Citizen is more important than ever. Having a second citizenship is a liberating and empowering privilege which comes with a responsibility to the world. View the benefits of each country’s passport regarding use of travel to other countries.

CARICOM Single Market & Economy (CSME) - CARICOM is the oldest surviving integration movement in the developing world. It is a grouping of twenty countries: fifteen Member States and five Associate Members. Learn about free movement and economic integration across CARICOM member states — helpful background if you're considering dual citizenship or relocation within the Caribbean.

The Organization of American States - The OAS brings together leaders from nations across the Americas to address hemispheric issues and opportunities.

Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Inc (CACCI) - Founded in August 1985, is a statewide membership organization, which has developed expertise in providing business assistance to small and start-up business owners, in areas of business planning, financing, certification, procurement, business expansion, and export/import opportunities. 

Barbados Archives Department - The Barbados Archives Department's role is to ensure organizational efficiency and accountability, identify, collect, process and preserve public and private records of Barbados that are of permanent and enduring legal, cultural and historical value and to make information from them available within legal limits and so support the understanding of Barbadian life.

‍U.S. Department of State — International Travel Information - Official entry requirements, travel advisories, and destination-specific guidance for every Caribbean country we serve.

‍U.S. Department of State — Passport Services - The authoritative U.S. government source for passport applications, renewals, and requirements.

‍List of U.S. Embassies & Consulates in the Caribbean - Direct contact information for U.S. embassies and consulates across the region — useful for in-person consular services.

Vital Records & Document Authentication

CDC — Where to Write for Vital Records - The official U.S. government reference for requesting birth, death, and marriage certificates by state.

HCCH Apostille Convention — Member Countries - Learn how document authentication (apostilles) works, and confirm which countries participate — essential if your documents need to be legalized for use abroad.

IOM — International Organization for Migration, Caribbean Office - The United Nations migration agency's regional presence, offering broader context on Caribbean migration policy and services.

We're always happy to point you toward the right official source — or better yet, walk the process alongside you.

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