Business
- VAT
- 15% standard rate
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 28%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,200 USD per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $88,000 USD)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,500 USD per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $60,000 USD)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $2,000 USD per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $120,000 USD)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,400 USD per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $84,000 USD)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,800 USD per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $144,000 USD)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $1,200 USD per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $96,000 USD)
- Corporate Tax
- 28% on taxable income
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% for non-residents
- Tax System
- Territorial tax system for non-residents; residents taxed on worldwide income
- Property Tax
- Yes, ranging from 0% to 0.5% based on land use/value
- Property Transaction Tax
- Aliens Landholding License required (approx. 10% of value)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Grenada 'Digital Nomad' Visa allows up to 2 years stay with income tax exemptions
Essentials
- City
- Sauteurs, Saint Patrick Parish, Grenada
- Population
- Approximately 1,300
- Internet Speed
- Average 40-60 Mbps via FLOW or Digicel fiber optics
- Currency & Banking
- East Caribbean Dollar (XCD), 1 USD ≈ 2.70 XCD
- Tap Water
- Generally safe to drink, though many nomads prefer bottled or filtered Water (NAWASA regulated)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK style) sockets
- SIM Card
- FLOW or Digicel; approx. $30 USD for 15GB monthly data plan
- Banking for Expats
- Republic Bank (Grenada) Ltd, Grenada Co-operative Bank; Revolut/Wise work for ATM withdrawals
- Accommodation
- Guesthouses and coastal villas; prices range $800 - $1,800 USD/month
- Cashless Friendly
- Mostly cash-based; cards accepted at Kalinago Beach Resort and larger supermarkets
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb options like 'The Ocean View' or local guesthouses like North Beach
- Budget Accommodation
- Helvellyn House (approx. $55 USD/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Main Street/Coast Road for proximity to restaurants and Leaper's Hill
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Levera Development area for quiet surroundings and modern villas
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- No formal coworking; most nomads use 'The Hub' at Petite Anse Hotel
- Best Cafe for Work
- Petite Anse Hotel Restaurant (high-speed Wi-Fi and ocean views)
- Networking Events
- Grenada Digital Nomad Facebook Group; local mixers at the Yacht Club in St. George's (1.5 hours away)
- Social Events for Expats
- Friday night fish fries and community gatherings at the Sauteurs Bus Terminus area
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- No apps; Hayling's Taxi Service (local contact) or WhatsApp-based drivers
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Requires rental from St. George’s; approx. $40 USD/day via Sanvics
- Best Beach Nearby
- Levera Beach (pristine, 10 mins away) and Bathway Beach
- Top Regional Airline
- InterCaribbean Airways, LIAT 2020
- Top International Airline
- British Airways, JetBlue, American Airlines (via Maurice Bishop Intl. Airport)
- Highway Access
- Main Coastal Road (North Coast Road) connects to St. George's
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Sauteurs Bus Terminus (Zone 5 and 6 minibuses)
- Public Transport Passes
- No passes; fixed fares approx. $2.50 - $8.00 XCD per trip
- Regional Travel
- Osprey Lines Ferry (from St. George's) to Carriacou and Petite Martinique
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Sauteurs Health Centre (Basic); St. George’s General Hospital (Emergency/Surgery)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Sankalpa Yoga at True Blue (St. George's); Private sessions available at Petite Anse
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Fitness Plus (St. Patrick's main road); approx. $40 USD/month
- Laundry Services
- Local community laundry near the market; approx. $15 XCD per load
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- None; direct phone ordering with local vendors like 'Going North'
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Oil Down (Breadfruit, salted meat, dumplings, and turmeric)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Fresh produce from Sauteurs Market; Armadillo Guesthouse & Restaurant (Vegan friendly)
- Best Dessert Spots
- House of Chocolate (St. George's); local corner shops selling Tamarind balls
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Sauteurs Public Market for fresh fruit; Kalico Supermarket
- E-commerce/Online Store
- None; locals use Aeropost or MyMahi for US imports
- Grocery Delivery
- Direct arrangement with Kalico Supermarket staff
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Main Street Sauteurs; high activity on Friday nights
- Local Brewery
- West Indies Beer Co. (located in Lance aux Epines, South Grenada)
- Wine Bars
- Petite Anse Lounge (Selection of international wines)
- Street Food Stalls
- Sauteurs Bus Terminus area (Grilled chicken and bakes)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Armadillo Restaurant (Fine dining/European fusion)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Leaper’s Hill (Carib’s Leap)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Rome Museum (St. Patrick’s heritage)
- Historical Sites
- St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church
- Religious Sites
- St. Patrick’s Anglican Church (built 1830)
- Annual Events
- St. Patrick's Day Festival (March); Grenada Chocolate Festival (May)
- Cultural Districts
- Town Center Sauteurs
- Theater Venues
- Spiceland Mall Cinema (St. George's)
- Local Markets
- Sauteurs Saturday Morning Market
- Music Scene
- Soca and Reggae at local bars like 'The Shanty'
- Street Art
- Local murals near the town hall depicting the Carib's Leap
- Cooking Classes
- Belmont Estate (Cocoa and traditional cooking tours)
- Art Galleries
- Art and Soul Gallery (St. George's)
- Historic Buildings
- The Old Railway Station (Remnants)
- Local Heritage
- Carib heritage sites throughout the parish
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Levera National Park and Pond
- National Parks Nearby
- Grand Etang National Park (45 mins away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Bathway to Levera coastal walk
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Welcome Stone (high altitude view of the Grenadines)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Levera Pond (Ramsar site for migratory birds)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Bathway Beach (with local permit)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- G Post (Grenada Postal Corporation), Sauteurs Branch
- Tech Repair Services
- Small independent shops in St. Patrick's electronics area
- Table Tennis Spots
- Community centers in Sauteurs
- Language Classes
- English is primary; Patois is spoken by elders
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Sauteurs Public Library
- Community Centers
- St. Patrick's Multi-Purpose Center
- Gaming Lounges
- Limited; mostly in St. George's (e.g., Cyber Cafes)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Not available in Sauteurs; small gaming machines in St. George's