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Barbados Travel Guide

Bridgetown Capital
BBD Currency
English Language
+1-246 Calling Code
Left Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Tourists From Many Countries Do Not Require A Visa For Short Stays.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Travel authorization form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Safe
Common Scams
  • Overpriced taxis
  • Fake tour guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 211
Response Speed Fast
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Good
Ride-sharing Apps Uber
Navigation Apps Google Maps, Waze
Night Transport Safety Generally Safe

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability High
Tipping 10-15% Is Customary.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $50 Tourist: $120 Family: $300

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Casual Dress Is Acceptable, But Modesty Is Appreciated.
Public Affection Frowned Upon In Certain Areas
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict On Drug Laws
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsCrime

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Hello
Heh-loh
Goodbye
Goodbye
Good-bye
Please
Please
Pleez
Thank you
Thank you
Thank yuh
Sorry
Sorry
Sah-ree
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Do yuh speak English?
Do yuh speek English?
I don’t understand
I nah understand
I nah un-der-stand
Can you speak slowly, please?
Can yuh talk slow, please?
Can yuh talk sloh, pleez?
Can you help me, please?
Can yuh help me, please?
Can yuh help me, pleez?
What does this mean?
Wah dis mean?
Wah dis mean?

Phrase

You Say
Common Responses

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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