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Tortola Housing Market

The Tortola, BVI housing market is active, particularly for properties under $1 million, which are popular with local buyers. For non-Belongers, the process involves applying for a Non-Belonger Land Holding Licence (NBLHL), paying a 12% stamp duty, and going through a regulated process of advertising, due diligence, and closing. Luxury properties, new developments, and waterfront homes, such as those in Cane Garden Bay, are also prominent, with a wide range of listings available

Tortola, BVI Real Estate FAQs

Yes. Most goods are imported, so housing, groceries, dining, utilities, and transport are high relative to many US cities. Indicative budgets: around 3970 USD per month for a single person and about 7040 USD for a family of four, not including private school or major healthcare costs. Actuals vary by lifestyle, location, and whether housing is furnished or includes generator and cistern. Expect price spikes after storms or shipping disruptions.

Yes, but you must secure a Non-Belonger Land Holding Licence tied to the specific property before you can complete a purchase. The process involves an application to the Ministry, Cabinet approval, government fees, and local advertising of the property for four consecutive weeks to give Belongers a chance to match the offer. At transfer, non-Belongers pay 12 percent stamp duty on the higher of the contract price or appraised value, then the Land Registry records title. Timelines are months, not weeks.

If you value warm climate, boating culture, beaches, small-island community, and US-dollar convenience, yes. Trade-offs include high cost of living, limited public transport, and vulnerability to hurricanes, so resilient housing and contingency planning matter. Jobs are concentrated in finance, tourism, construction, and services. Community is close-knit, and crime is comparatively low by regional standards.

Tortola is larger with more neighborhoods, schools, medical services, shopping, marinas, and daily business traffic, which suits year-round living and commuting. Virgin Gorda is quieter and more resort-oriented with world-class beaches and upscale villas, a slower pace, fewer services, and higher reliance on ferries for errands. Buyers often choose Tortola for convenience and inventory breadth, Virgin Gorda for privacy and lifestyle.

Visitors are typically admitted for one month on arrival if entry requirements are met. Extensions up to six months are possible at the discretion of Immigration, usually with proof of funds, accommodation, and onward travel. Always check current rules before travel.

There is no dedicated retirement visa. Long-term residence requires formal permission to reside, often via work or other status, and permanent residence is typically available only after 20 consecutive years of lawful residence with limited absences. Belonger status is a separate, higher tier with broader rights. Many retirees instead hold property and visit for extended periods within visitor or residence permissions. Consult Immigration for the path that fits your situation.

Post-pandemic and supply-chain pressures keep build costs elevated. For good quality residential construction, recent local guidance cites roughly 350 to 500 USD per square foot, with simpler builds potentially lower and luxury or hillside engineering higher. Regional cost surveys show wide ranges across the Caribbean, reflecting finishes, terrain, wind and seismic codes, logistics, and contractor capacity. Budget for design, permits, siteworks, hurricane-rated materials, cisterns, and contingencies, and expect 18 to 24 months for a full custom build.

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