Do you need to fill in entry form for Barbados?

Travellers are required to complete the online Immigration and Customs Form which will be available 72 hours prior to your arrival in Barbados. Fill in the form at a time and place convenient for you.



Yes, in 2026, all travelers arriving in Barbados are required to complete the Online Immigration and Customs Form (also known as the ED Form). This digital form replaces the old paper cards and is designed to speed up the transit process at Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI). The form is available at travelform.gov.bb and should be completed within 72 hours prior to arrival. You will need your passport details, flight information, and the address of where you will be staying on the island. Once submitted, you will receive a QR code or a digital receipt that you should save to your mobile device or print out to show to the immigration officers upon arrival. While there are kiosks available at the airport for those who forget to do it in advance, filling it out beforehand is highly recommended to avoid long queues. Additionally, ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay and that you have proof of a return ticket, as these are standard requirements for entry into the beautiful island of Barbados.

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If you have your QR codes as well as printed paperwork, I had the show both, you could get through immigration in 15 minutes. The issue is usually getting your luggage. We waited for an hour for our luggage but there were several other flight arrivals at the same time.

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It is highly recommended as many international flights land in Barbados around the same time causing long lines. A representative will meet the arriving party (holding a sign with your Last name on it) as you enter the arrivals hall.

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The import of local currency is unlimited but amounts of over BDS$10,000 must be declared on arrival. The export of local currency is prohibited. There are no restrictions on the import of foreign currencies and monetary instruments provided amounts with the equivalent of over BDS$10,000 are declared on arrival.

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Unfortunately, Barbados isn't primarily known as a budget travel destination. The endless array of high-end hotels and luxury resorts combined with high import costs means that expenses can add up quickly. Most travelers to the island prefer to stick to all-inclusive resorts and expensive excursion packages.

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In addition to gorgeous beaches, rich marine life, and breathtaking coastal scenery, Barbados is famed for the dramatic Harrison's Cave, a limestone cavern discovered in the 18th century, just outside the village of Holetown. You can travel through the cave system, which stretches a mile long, by electric tram.

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Credit cards and currency Many establishments will accept payments in US Dollars with change being given in local currency. However please note that smaller establishments, especially in country areas, may only accept BD Dollars. We suggest you take US$ or £GB and exchange them for local currency.

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The government-operated buses are a cheap way to get around town and to popular sights like Harrison's Cove and Bathsheba Beach. Plus, they're easy to spot – blue with yellow stripes – and their final destinations are clearly visible on the front.

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Prohibited Imports Foreign rum and matches, pornography, fresh fruit and vegetables (unless grown in or conveyed through certain areas, and with requisite permission: contact the Ministry of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs for further information), and articles made of camouflage material.

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