What are entry requirements for Barbados?

As of June 1, unvaccinated travellers will require a NEGATIVE pre-flight test within three (3) days prior to arrival here on the island. The test may be Standard PCR, Rapid PCR or Rapid Antigen Test. All unvaccinated travellers will be required to take a rapid antigen test on arrival at the airport.



For 2026, Barbados has streamlined its entry requirements to encourage tourism. Most travelers, including those from the US, UK, Canada, and the EU, do not require a visa for stays under 90 days. The primary requirement is a passport valid for the duration of your stay. However, all travelers must complete the Online Immigration and Customs Form (ED Form) at travelform.gov.bb at least 72 hours before arrival. This digital form has replaced the old paper cards and generates a QR code that you must show at the border. While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, health officials still reserve the right to perform random screenings. You must also be able to provide proof of a return or onward ticket and a local address (hotel or villa) where you will be staying. If you are traveling for business or plan to stay longer, you should look into the "Barbados Welcome Stamp" visa, which allows remote workers to live on the island for up to a year. Always ensure your passport has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.

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Citizens from visa free countries don't require visas to visit Barbados; they can simply enter the Island with their valid passports. They include fellow Caribbean countries, Canada, the United Kingdom, Guyana, Peru, Mexico, Philippines, Panama, Fiji, Egypt, Belize, Malaysia, Lebanon, Schengen, and South Africa.

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Mosquitoes are resident nuisances on the island of Barbados. Of particular threat to the island is the Aedes aegypti mosquito which is a carrier of dengue and yellow fever.

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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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Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission (with the exception of Guyana and the island of Trinidad unless an outbreak is occurring).

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The national dish of Barbados is cou-cou and fried flying fish with spicy gravy. Another traditional meal is pudding and souse, a dish of pickled pork with spiced sweet potatoes. A wide variety of seafood and meats are also available.

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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.

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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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Most visits are trouble-free, but there have been incidents of violent crime including armed robbery, sexual assaults and gang-related shootings. There has been an increase in gang-related murders involving guns. Some incidents have taken place in populated and public areas. Remain vigilant.

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