How long does it take to get through customs in Barbados?

How long does it take to get through customs in Barbados? 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.

What is the etiquette in Barbados?

Short pants, crop tops and skirts are pretty much the daily uniform to fight the heat. Modesty is not practised on the island, unless attending a religious ceremony. As you enter any rum shop or shop, you are kinda expected to greet everyone, not individually but with a friendly Good Morning, Good Evening or Goodnight.

What is Barbados most known for?

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.

What is the coldest month in Barbados?

Can you drink the tap water in Barbados?

Barbados' water supply is very safe and you can drink water directly from the tap. Bottled water is widely available if you prefer. Remember to drink plenty of water (or other fluids) to prevent dehydration.

What do you have to declare at customs in Barbados?

On arrival in Barbados all fruits, vegetables plants, cuttings and seeds must be listed on the Customs Entry form as 'items to be declared' and be made available for inspection by a Plant Quarantine Officer. Controlled items may be released after inspection or confiscated until the necessary requirements are met.

Should I take cash to Barbados?

It's accepted everywhere – from supermarkets and gas stations to large-scale banks and international businesses. And, while many Caribbean countries are now turning to cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (just like the rest of the world), cash is still king when it comes to paying for goods and services in Barbados.

What can you not bring to Barbados?

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.

Can I take my medication to Barbados?

Pack medication in their original, labelled containers. Carry a copy of the original prescription. Carry an extra supply of medication in case your travel is unexpectedly extended. Pack medicines in your hand luggage rather than your checked luggage.

How bad are mosquitoes in Barbados?

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.

How much cash can I take into Barbados?

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.