Hi All,

We're currently entertaining a fantasy of moving to Bonaire. My question is:

- Is it easier to get residency in Bonaire if you are a US citizen or a French citizen (EU)? My girlfriend can become a dual US/French citizen fairly easily. Would this make it easier to get residency in Bonaire?

- Also, how bad is the red tape to start a business in Bonaire. We're both experience business people and could make a reasonable investment in a business that I belive would work well in Bonaire.

- How much can you bring in when you move as your personal possesions. A entire 40' container? A car? Business inventory?

Thanks!

really does not matter where you come from as long as you have all your papers in order. Read Herman Wouk's book Don't Stop the Carnival...required reading!! Busineses do require quite a bit red tape unless you buy one. YOu are allowed a duty free one time move for PERSONAL possessions. If your business qualifies you can apply for a tax holiday...I would strongly suggest you try to live here for a while...it is quite a bit different than being on vacation....

I agree we would definately do a 3 month stint before a full move. My girlfriend grew up in Hawaii so she know's about the good and bad sides of island life. Basically we're just looking for a change, win or loose. No real expectations.

So, can you bring a car in your one time personal container?

Yes, but be sure it is a make and model that can be fixed on island or at least on Curacao.