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Bahamas
Region: North America
BahamasDiplomatic Visa
Official visa for diplomats, government officials, and international organization representatives. Requires diplomatic passport or official appointment documentation. Available for single or multiple entries.
BahamasOfficial Visa
Official visa for government officials traveling on official business. Similar to diplomatic visa but for non-diplomatic government representatives. Single or multiple entry options available.
BahamasPermit to Reside (Annual Permit)
Annual residence permit for non-citizens wishing to live in the Bahamas without working. Available for dependents of citizens/permit holders, economic residents, and homeowners. Can lead to permanent residency.

Bahrain
Region: Asia
BahrainDependent Visa (Children)
Residency permit for dependent children of work visa holders. Available for children up to 24 years of age.
BahrainDependent Visa (Spouse)
Residency permit for spouse of work visa holder or resident sponsor. Requires minimum income of 400 BHD per month.
BahrainSelf-Sponsorship Residence Permit (Retiree)
Residence permit for retired foreigners with stable pension income. Available for both GCC retirees and non-resident retirees.

Belarus
Region: Europe
BelarusFamily Reunion Visa (Type D)
Visa for family members (spouse and minor children) of foreign workers or residents in Belarus. Requires work visa holder or resident to provide invitation and financial support.
BelarusLong-term Visa (Type D)
Long-term multiple-entry visa for stays exceeding 90 days. Used for employment, study, residence, and other long-term purposes. Valid up to 5 years.
BelarusPermanent Residence Permit
Indefinite residence permit after 5 years of legal residence on work/study visa, or 3 years for investors. Path to citizenship after additional 2 years.
BelarusRussia Mutual Visa Recognition (Type D)
Agreement allowing Russian visa/residence permit holders to enter Belarus, and vice versa. Valid Russian visa allows 90-day visit to Belarus. Effective January 11, 2025.

Belgium
Region: Europe
BelgiumStudent Orientation Year Visa
Post-study work authorization allowing recent graduates to remain in Belgium for up to 12 months to seek employment or establish a business.

Belize
Region: North America
BelizePermanent Residence
Permanent residency for those meeting residency and character requirements. Enables indefinite stay and leads to citizenship eligibility.
BelizeQualified Retired Person (QRP) Program
Residency program for retirees aged 40+ with stable foreign income. Grants indefinite renewable residency with tax benefits.

Botswana
Region: Africa
BotswanaPermanent Residence
Permanent residency status for foreign nationals who have resided lawfully in Botswana continuously for at least 5 years. Grants indefinite right to reside without work or other restrictions.
BotswanaResidence Permit
Long-term residency status for foreign nationals staying in Botswana for more than 3 months. Typically obtained by those in long-term employment, investment, or study programs. Can lead to permanent residence after 5+ years.

Brazil
Region: South America
BrazilFamily Reunion Visa (VITEM XI)
Visa for spouses, partners, parents, children, and siblings of Brazilian citizens or permanent residents. Can lead to immediate or eventual permanent residency.
BrazilHumanitarian Visa (VITEM III)
Humanitarian visa for nationals of Haiti, Ukraine, and Afghanistan seeking refugee or asylum status in Brazil. Work permit included. Can lead to permanent residency.
BrazilMERCOSUR Residence Visa (VITEM XIII)
Residency visa for nationals of MERCOSUR and associated countries (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay). Valid 2 years with path to permanent residency.
BrazilRetirement Visa (VITEM XIV)
Long-term residency visa for retirees with stable passive income. Requires monthly retirement income of USD 2,000 minimum. Can transition to permanent residency after 2 years.

Brunei
Region: Asia
BruneiGreen Identity Card (Temporary Residency)
Smart Identity Card for foreign nationals working in Brunei for 3+ months. Required for employment passes and provides work authorization. Valid for 5 years.
BruneiLong-Term Social Visit Pass
New long-term residency pass for foreign nationals with family ties to Bruneian citizens or permanent residents. Valid up to 5 years with multiple re-entry visas.

Bulgaria
Region: Europe
BulgariaLong-Stay Visa - Family Reunion (Type D)
Long-stay visa for family members of Bulgarian nationals or foreign residents. Allows spouses, children, and dependent relatives to join family in Bulgaria. Valid for 6-12 months.
BulgariaLong-Stay Visa - Pensioner (Type D)
Long-stay visa for retirees and pensioners seeking extended residence in Bulgaria. Valid for 6-12 months. Requires proof of pension income sufficient to support living costs.
BulgariaTemporary Residence Permit
Residence permit issued after Type D visa approval, allowing legal residence in Bulgaria. Valid for 6-12 months, renewable for up to 5 years total. Gateway to permanent residency.