Four Caribbean Nations Just Did What No One Expected

Caribbean free movement is growing. Four nations—Barbados, Belize, Dominica, and St. Vincent & the Grenadines—have opened their borders to each other’s citizens, ending work permit requirements and achieving what CARICOM couldn’t deliver for decades.

In this episode, I break down what this means for the region, why it matters for Caribbean citizens and travelers, and whether a new "Caribbean Union" is actually forming. This is a big moment for Caribbean integration, mobility, and tourism — and it could redefine how the region connects with the world. If you’re part of the Caribbean diaspora and hold a passport from one of these four nations, this shift could open access to new countries — and new possibilities.
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In this video:
0:00 – Caribbean Free Movement Expands
0:57 – CARICOM and 50-Year Struggle for Unity
2:20 – What’s Different This Time: The Four-Nation Pact
3:20 – Why Barbados, Belize, Dominica & St. Vincent Joined
5:36 – Public Concerns, Costs & Climate Resilience
7:33 – A Turning Point for Caribbean Citizens
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Sources/Tools:
Caricom
UWI Seismic Research Center
Barbados Government Information Services
Google Earth
OECS
NY Amsterdam News
Bloomberg News (my story on Dominica)
Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc
Most scenic footage by me (Barbados, Belize, St Vincent & Grenadines)
Canva Pro