Barbados
Pet Travel Policy Information
Pet Travel Requirements for Barbados
Pet Entry Requirements for Barbados
Country Classifications
The first step to importing your dog or cat to Barbados is to determine the Category your pet’s origination country. Barbados classifies countries into two categories depending on their rabies status* and the method of entry. Category 1 – Rabies-Controlled Countries: Andorra, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Ascension Island, Australia, Bahamas, Bermuda, BES Islands (Bonaire, St. Eustatius & Saba), British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Channel Islands, Curacao, Dominica, European Union Member Countries, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Greenland, Guam, Guadeloupe, Hawaii, Hong Kong, Iceland, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Liechtenstein, Martinique, Mexico, Monaco, Montserrat, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, Russian Federation, St. Helena, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten/St. Martin, St. Pierre & Miquelon, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos Islands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, US Virgin Islands, Vanuatu, Vatican City State, and Wallis & Futuna.Category 2 – All other countriesas well as pets arriving in Barbados by sea on cruise ships and private yachts. The requirements to import a dog, cat, or ferret to Barbados will depend on the classification of the origin country. *The World Organization of Animal Health is responsible for classifying countries according to their rabies status. The status is affected by the reporting of rabies cases in the specific country. Pet owners should take note of the classification of their country of origin before reviewing import regulations for Barbados.
Vaccinations
All cats and dogs over 3 months of age must be vaccinated for rabies at least 35 days prior to entering Barbados. Multi-year rabies vaccinations are not accepted. The administering veterinarian should issue, sign, and stamp: a rabies certificate orgovernment-issued vaccination booklet orEU Pet Passport Note: Rabies titer test results or veterinary rabies exemption letters are no substitute for proof of rabies vaccination.
Pet Microchip
The second step to importing a pet dog or cat to Barbados from any country is to have it identified with a microchip in accordance with the procedures in the country of origin. The most accepted form of identification is a 15-digitthat meets ISO (International Standards Organization) Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO Standard 11785. All documents must reflect the microchip number. If your pet is identified with a non-compliant microchip, you can provide athat will read your pet’s microchip. Your veterinarian, a veterinary hospital, or a trained nurse should implant the microchip. You should receive documentation on how to register it in the manufacturer’s or your government’s database.
Rabies Titer (Serology) Test
A rabies titer test measures the level of rabies antibodies in your pet’s blood. It should be administered more than 30 days after the rabies vaccination. If your pet is entering Barbados from a Category 2 country (or by sea), it must be accompanied by acceptable results from a rabies titer test. FAVN tests are preferred. Samples must be processed at approved laboratories. The test must be administered at least 90 days prior to entry and return acceptable results.
Parasite Treatments
Parasite treatments for internal and external parasites are required within seven days prior to entering Barbados with products approved in the country of origin. The administering veterinarian can record these treatments on the health certificate or issue a record of treatment. Pets should always be inspected by a licensed veterinarian for external parasites, such as fleas and ticks, prior to any international travel. All dogs and cats must test negative for heartworm.
Pet Health Certificate
All countries worldwide require an original health certificate issued in the country of origin, including the following information: A licensed veterinarian in your country must complete theshortly prior to entry. Barbados requires that this certificate be endorsed by the government agency responsible for the import and export of animals.
Import Permit
An import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Services Department for all cats, dogs, other warm-blooded animals, reptiles, and birds. Permits are valid for six months from the date of issue and can take several weeks to process.
Complete all 7 steps to enter Barbados with your pet
Requirements may change. Always verify with official sources before travel.
Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Barbados?
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering COUNTRY NAME if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
What Additional Information Do I Need for Barbados?
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- Arrival by Air:
All pets must enter Barbados at the Grantley Adams International Airport in Seawell, Christ Church. Pets must fly into Barbados asair cargowith the exception of certified service animals assisting a disabled passenger. Pets must travel in a pet crate that is in accordance with the International Air Transport Association. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant? Barbados does not allow dogs or cats arriving on commercial, private or cargo vessels to disembark the vessel for any reason.This includes service and assistance animals. All pets must be declared once at port and available for inspection. They must be locked aboard the vessel while at port. Pets leaving the vessel (including a walk on the pier, quay, port land or beaches) are subject to immediate seizure. Importers must provide prenotification to the County Veterinarian in advance. They will need to be available to check your pet and its pet passport documentation after landing. There is a fee for this service. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of any signs of illness that can be transmitted to humans when evaluated at the entry airport. Importers will need to pay for further veterinary testing if the health of your cat or dog is not acceptable.
- Arrival by Sea:
Barbados does not allow dogs or cats arriving on commercial, private, or cargo vessels to disembark the vessel for any reason. This includes service and assistance animals. at port. Pets leaving the vessel (including a walk on the pier, quay, port land or beaches) are subject to immediate confiscation.
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- Current Information:
To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on wagsandwanders.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to: make arrangements to put your pet into quarantine at your expense orreturn your pet to the country of origin, oreuthanize your pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Barbados pet import requirements.
- What is a Pet Passport?:
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Barbados pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering this country.This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for EU-resident pets.Your pet’s passport to enter Barbados will include import permit, proof of microchip, current rabies vaccination, rabies titer test (some countries) and an export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.
- Breeds Banned by Barbados:
Barbados does not publish a list of banned breeds. Importers are responsible for their pet’s behavior.
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- Find a Licensed Veterinarian:
Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. Your veterinarian should work for or is licensed by the agency of the government that is responsible for the movement of live animals.
- Barbados Pet Import Requirements:
All steps required to conform to Barbados pet import requirements must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-7 in the order given.
- Importing Other Animals to Barbados:
Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to requirements of rabies vaccination, but may have to meet other requirements and should have a health certificate to enter Barbados. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.
- Quarantine for Pets Entering Barbados:
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering COUNTRY NAME if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
- Animals Eligible for These Pet Import Requirements:
These rules apply to the transport of domestic dogs and cats including assistance and service animals. Unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other types of pets (amphibia, reptiles, birds, rabbits, rodents) covered by these regulations should refer to IMPORTING OTHER PET ANIMALS TO BARBADOS below.
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- Here’s what is included in the Barbados pet passport package::
Detailed instructions on importing your dog, cat or ferret to Paraguay from any country available in six languagesRequired Vaccinations and IntervalsISO 11784/11785 Compliant Microchip InformationRabies Titer Test Instructions (when required)Import Permit Application InstructionsParasite TreatmentsTraveling to and Arrival in BarbadosIATA Carrier and Crate RequirementsLayover Considerations & Requirements for Airline Pet TravelResponsibilities of a Pet TransporterFREE unlimited email supportboth for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions Also included at no additional cost: Veterinary Health Certificate for Paraguay (US/Canada)Microchip CertificateInoculation RecordAirline Health Certificate
- Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) prohibits the trade of some species of animals, including pets. This is important if you have a pet that isn’t a dog or cat, and it’s crucial if it’s a turtle or a parrot. If so, you will have to submit additional permit applications. Over 180 nations participate in and enforce CITES rules and protections. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES
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Traveler Tips & Experiences
Emily Parker
February 12, 2025
I visited Barbados last year with my French Bulldog and found the process straightforward and well-documented.
Michael Chen
January 3, 2025
Air travel to Barbados was a breeze and my cat had no issues. Highly recommend booking early!