What currency should I take to Barbados from the UK?

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 Barbadian dollar (BDS official currency), US dollar and credit cards are universally accepted on the island of Barbados (except American Express). Euros are not accepted as a form of payment.

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With over 200 eurochange branches located across the UK, buying your BBD direct from the branch is quick and easy! Find your local branch with our branch finder. Check opening times and directions for your selected branch. Visit your local branch and buy your BBD in branch.

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Preparing The Trip: Currency Its rate to other currencies fluctuates daily based on their fluctuations relative to the U.S. Dollar. On your travels around Barbados you will find that US currency is accepted across the island, and most stores and restaurants accept major credit cards.

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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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Tipping. Tipping in Barbados is discretionary and should reflect the service you have received, however, a service charge of between 10 to 15% is typically added to your bill in hotels and restaurants.

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It is also very inexpensive to eat out in Barbados if you go to the right places, for example, the side of the road vans or better yet, a fish fry, it will cost you about USD 10 for a full plate of food.

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It most certainly is! The only problem with planning a trip to Barbados is working around your budget. The island consistently ranks as one of the most expensive places in the Caribbean, stacked with luxury hotels that charge upwards of $1000 a night.

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For Barbados there are two associated plug types, types A and B. Plug type A is the plug which has two flat parallel pins and plug type B is the plug which has two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin. Barbados operates on a 115V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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A service charge of between 10 and 15 percent is typically added to your bill at hotels and restaurants. Once this appears on your bill, any additional tipping is at your discretion and should reflect the quality of service you received. The standard rate of tipping in Barbados is approx. 10%.

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You should plan to spend around B$758 ($375) per day on your vacation in Barbados, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, B$192 ($95) on meals for one day and B$62 ($31) on local transportation.

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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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Best ways to travel around Barbados Taxis are readily available but can be more expensive. Visitors can also consider using ride-sharing services such as Uber or Bolt, which operate in Barbados.

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