Hi,
Go into town and visit the immigration building. Go up to the second floor and make the line. Warning, before going, make sure you are properly dressed, because they do make a big deal about it. Business attire is best, no shorts, short skirts or revealing tops. They are extremely picky about that and will not let you in if you do not follow the dress code. Jean pants are acceptable. Also, be sure to turn your phone off before walking in and keep it off until you leave. If you need to make a call, step outside and make a call. I have seen too many people get yelled at for not following this rule.Â
There you can find information on getting a work permit. I've never applied so I do not know specifics in what one would need. If you make the line and ask, they will give you all the information required to apply as well as the period of time it would take to obtain one. You could try calling them, (246) 418-4180, but your best bet is to go in person.Â
As for acquiring a visa for you and your daughter, yes, you are both required to have one. Upon entering Barbados, you have 30 days in which you are allowed to stay in the country. After that you must obtain an extension. They grant a visa extension that is valid for 6 months. That cost is $100 BBDS ($50 US) and I believe that is per person/application. For this you will need your passport, airplane ticket to show proof of when you are leaving, passport pictures (you can get these done in town, there are a few shops close by the immigration building) and the form they give you at the immigration building. This can be done in a day (really a few hours depending on the line), but I suggest arriving early, the line can be long. I'm not sure about extending it over 6 months, you may need to speak to them about that and see what they say.
After granting you the extension, you leave your passports with them for 2 weeks so that they could stamp them with the visa extension. After 2 weeks, go in and make the line and ask for your passports. This is usually quick, again depending on the line.
Hope this information helps.Â
-Mary
