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What's the current requirement for entry into Barbados
On Thursday, Sept 22nd, the Government of Barbados announced its changes to the travel entry protocols. Effective midnight, Thursday, September 22, 2022, Barbados will discontinue all COVID-19-related travel protocols. Therefore, there will be no testing requirements for entering Barbados whether you are vaccinated or unvaccinated.
In addition, the wearing of masks generally will now be optional 
Visa Requirement Information
A person, who is desirous of traveling to Barbados and requires a visa, should first submit an application for processing and be granted permission to travel to Barbados PRIOR to booking and confirmation of travel.
AN ENTRY VISA IS A PREREQUISITE TO SEEKING ENTRY INTO BARBADOS. IT, HOWEVER, DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. PERMISSION TO ENTER IS GRANTED ONLY BY THE IMMIGRATION OFFICER AT THE PORT OF ENTRY.
Information/Instructions on obtaining an Entry Visa:
Documents to be submitted:
- Application(s) form(s) completed IN FULL and SIGNED. (ONE APPLICATION FORM PER APPLICANT)
- One (1) passport-size photograph
- Copies of the outer cover and biometric page of the passport. (ACTUAL PASSPORT IS NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE APPLICANT WISHES TO HAVE THE VISA ENDORSED IN THE PASSPORT. VISA IS ISSUED IN THE FORM OF A LETTER WHICH IS ACCEPTED AT THE AIRLINE CHECK-IN COUNTER AND BY BARBADOS IMMIGRATION OFFICIALS AT THE PORTS OF ENTRY.
- Birth certificate; Marriage certificate (where applicable)
- Cover letter addressed to ‘Chief Immigration Officer’ bearing a return address, phone number, fax number, and email address outlining the purpose of the visit, the proposed date of entry, and the duration of the visit.
- Copy of appointment letter (for persons attending the US or UK Embassies)
- An employment letter; is a letter from the school, college, or university.
- For persons residing in a country other than his/their place of birth, proof of status in the adoptive country in the form of a Work Permit, Student Visa, or Residence Permit must be copied and submitted.
- Banker’s draft addressed to Chief Immigration Officer duly signed and dated:
- Single Entry ——- US$107.00 (Permission to make one (1) entry within a three-month period)
- Multiple Entry —— US$211.00. (Permission to make numerous entries within a six-month period.)
- DOCUMENTS IN A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE ENGLISH TRANSLATION.
- Documents with fees may be sent by FedEx, DHL, or LIAT Quik Pak to Barbados Immigration Department, Wharf Road, Bridgetown, BARBADOS. (Those persons submitting their passports must include a prepaid airway bill for the return of the passport.)
THE PROCESSING PERIOD IS THREE (3) WEEKS. Updates are NOT given on the process of applications. If a fault is found with the documents when they are received the applicant will be immediately contacted by the department to rectify the same.
Please schedule your US/UK visa appointments outside of the three (3) weeks period.
- Cruise ship passengers are in transit from the airport to the cruise terminal and vice versa.
- Cruise ship passengers arriving and departing on the said vessel.
- Crew members arrive at the airport and transit to the vessel within twelve (12) hours. However, in the case where overnighting is necessary, a visa MUST be obtained.
- Regular passengers transiting from Barbados to another destination within twelve (12) hrs. Such passengers are treated as Direct Transit Passengers and will be accommodated in the arrival terminal until he/she is escorted to the departure lounge for his/her onward flight.
- All members of the Diplomatic Corps (of countries that require a visa) are exempt from payment of the visa fee. However, the application form J must be completed and submitted to the Barbados Immigration Dept. along with a copy of the bio page of the passport.
12-MONTH BARBADOS WELCOME STAMP
Welcome to Barbados!
On behalf of our beautiful island of Barbados, I would like to extend a warm welcome to you. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has been a tremendous challenge to people around the world, we believe it has also opened up opportunities.
We recognize more people are working remotely, sometimes in very stressful conditions, with little option for vacation. Our new 12 months Barbados Welcome Stamp is a visa that allows you to relocate and work from one of the world’s most beloved tourism destinations.
We believe we have something very special to offer on this little rock we call Barbados. Our friendly people, professional services, commitment to education, and important safety and security, all make Barbados an ideal place to live for both singles and families.
Thank you for considering making Barbados your new home.
Blessings,
Mia Amor Mottley, Q.C., M.P.
Prime Minister of Barbados
What do you need to apply for the Barbados 12-Month Welcome Stamp? You are required to complete the application online and submit it electronically along with the following documents:
Biodata page of passport
Passport photo (OF ALL APPLICANTS)
The correct size of a passport photo is 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) head must be between 1 -1 3/8 inches (25 – 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
Proof of relationship of dependents
Upon approval the following non-refundable fees are applicable:
Individual – Fee of US $2,000.00(BDS$4,000)
Family Bundle – Fee US $3,000.00(BDS$6,000)
Requirements for Special Entry Permit
- Form B to be completed by each applicant
- Two (2) recent passport-sized photographs
- Birth Certificate (Original and copy)
- Marriage Certificate (Original and copy) If applicable
- Previous Marriage Certificate, Death Certificate-if applicable ( Original and copy)
- A copy of the Bio-Data Page of the applicant’s valid passport
- Police Certificate of Character from all countries in which the applicant has resided for six (6) months or more in the last three (3) years.
- Enhanced Disclosure in lieu of PCC for British applicants
- Title Deeds and the most recent Land Tax Bills (Original and copy)
- Proof of Financial Resources(e.g. Bank Statements, Pension Documents, Proof of Real Estate) Originals and copies
- Health Insurance must be valid in Barbados.
- Proof of relationship of dependents where applicable(i.e. birth certificates, legal documents) Originals and copies
- Translation of any documents which are not in English which, if prepared in Barbados, should be done by an authorized agent (i.e. The Language Centre, Barbados Community College, University of the West Indies / Embassy, or Consulate)
- Application Fee of BDS $300.00