Eligibility

Who qualifies for the COLCC?

For most beneficiaries, no action is required. NISSS will confirm eligibility using existing records.

NISSS Pensioners

Persons receiving a NISSS Pension with annual income below $50,000 Barbados dollars. Eligible automatically — no action is required.

Public Sector Pensioners

Persons receiving a Government of Barbados Public Sector Pension with annual income below $50,000 Barbados dollars. Eligible automatically — no action is required.

Welfare Recipients

Persons currently receiving a welfare benefit confirmed by the Social Empowerment Agency (SEA). If not yet registered with NISSS, registration is required online or at the COLCC Registration Hub.

Special Needs Grant Recipients

Persons receiving the Special Needs Grant through NISSS. Eligible automatically — no action is required.

Seniors Receiving No Pension

Barbadians aged 65 years and over with no pension income locally or abroad. Registration required — online or at the temporary hub. Local and overseas applicants may register online or at the COLCC Registration Hub.

Eligibility Checker

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