Barbados
Passports
Passport valid for
duration of intended stay required by all.Visas
Tourist visas are required by all except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries for stays of up to six months (nationals of the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic and Slovenia for stays of up to 28 days);
(b) 2. nationals of Commonwealth countries for stays of up to six months (some nationals may be permitted visa-free for differing amounts - see other visa-exemption regulations below), except nationals of Cameroon, India, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Pakistan and Papua New Guinea who do need a visa;
(c) 3. nationals of Brazil, Iceland, Israel, Liechtenstein, Mali, Mauritania, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks & Caicos Islands, USA and Zimbabwe for stays of up to six months;
(d) nationals of Turkey for stays of up to three months;
(e) 4. nationals of Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Guyana, Japan, Korea (Rep) and Uruguay for stays of up to 90 days;
(f) nationals of Costa Rica for stays of up to 30 days;
(g) nationals of CIS countries for stays of up to 28 days;
(h) nationals of Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cuba, Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic of), Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Romania, Surinam and Venezuela for stays of up to 28 days;
(i) transit passengers with valid passport and not leaving the airport but leaving by the same aircraft or transit passengers leaving for onward destination within 48 hours, provided holding confirmed tickets and other documents for the next destination.Types of visa and cost
Tourist: US$31 (single-entry); US$38 (multiple-entry).Validity
Three months from date of issue.Application to
Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy or High Commission); see Passort/Visa Information.Application requirements
(a) One application form. (b) One passport-size photo. (c) Valid passport. (d) Evidence of return or onward flight. (e) Company letter where required. (f) Fee; payable by cash or postal order. (g) Valid visa, if required, to onward/returning country. (h) Special delivery, addressed envelope for postal applications.Working days required
Two (in person and by post).Temporary residence
Enquire at the Immigration Office in Barbados.
No Test Required
B$25 for all departures. Passengers in transit who will be remaining in Barbados for less than 24 hours and children aged under 12 are exempt.
Barbados High Commission in the UK
1 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3ND, UK
Tel: (020) 7631 4975.
Website: www.foreign.gov.bb
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1730 (general enquiries); 1000-1600 (visa section).Embassy of Barbados in the USA
2144 Wyoming Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 939 9200.
Website: www.barbados.orgTravel Advice
Most visits to Barbados are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
