Your Stress-Free Guide to Filling Out the Barbados Immigration Form

Planning your getaway to Sandals Barbados or Sandals Royal Barbados? Before you can step into the warm Caribbean breeze, you’ll need to complete Barbados’s online Immigration and Customs form (ED form). Don’t worry - it’s quick, simple, and we’ll walk you through it step by step.

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What is the Barbados Immigration Form?

It’s a short online form every visitor (yes, even children) fills out before arriving in Barbados. It combines:

• Immigration (who you are, where you’re staying)
• Customs (what you’re bringing with you)

At the end, you’ll get two receipts. Save them to your phone as they’ll help you move smoothly through arrivals.

When to Fill in the Form

• The form opens 72 hours before your flight lands in Barbados.
• The best time is right after you check in online for your flight.
• If your flight changes, just submit a new form with updated details.

Pro tip: Even if you forget, you can fill it out on your phone when you land. It might just add a few extra minutes.

What You'll Need

Your passport (valid for the length of your stay).
Your flight number and airline.
Your resort details – copy and paste from your Sandals booking confirmation.
A valid email address (your receipts will be sent here).
For families: Kids’ passport details and any items you may need to declare.

Step-by-Step: Filling out the Form

1• Go to the official Barbados ED form portal.

2• Enter your flight information, including flight registration number.

Picture: Arrival section of the form

Is the flight number and flight registration number the same?

A flight registration number and a flight number are not the same:

• A flight number identifies a specific airline route, departure time, and schedule.
• A flight registration number is unique to the aircraft itself, like a car's license plate. The same aircraft (registration) can operate different flights, while the flight number always stays tied to the route.

How to find the flight's registration number?

• Start with your flight number from your boarding pass or booking.
• Use flight tracking sites like Flightradar24 or Plane Finder to match your flight and find the registration.
• You can also look for the registration on the aircraft itself, usually on the rear fuselage or near the cockpit, or check airport flight boards.

Country & Port of Embarkation:

• The country of embarkation is the country you departed from before entering your destination.
• For a non-stop flight - it’s your departure city.
• For connecting flights - it’s the last airport where you cleared immigration and boarded your final flight.

• The port of embarkation is the specific airport where your journey begins. You’ll see it listed on your airline ticket.

3• Enter your personal information, e.g. contact details and date of birth.

Picture: Personal section of the form

4• Enter your travel document type and number etc.

Picture: Travel section of the form

5• Add the purpose of your visit and accommodation details – Sandals Barbados/Sandals Royal Barbados'.

Picture: Destination section of the form

6• Complete the health questions.

Picture: Health section of the form

7• Add any details of family members travelling with you.

Picture: Family section of the form

8• Answer these questions about luggage and what you're bringing.

Picture: Customs section of the form

9• Review, submit, and then save your receipts.

Picture: Review your information before submitting

Tips for a Smooth Arrival

• Screenshot or download the receipts to your phone before boarding.
• Keep all family/group receipts in one place for easy access.
• If travelling with children solo, bring a consent letter and their birth certificate.
• Don’t stress about declarations - honesty is the fastest route through.

What Happens at the Airport?

When you land at Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI):
• Show your passport + receipts at Immigration.
• Collect your luggage, then head through Customs (Green lane if you have nothing to declare, Red if you do).
• Step outside to meet the Sandals team, who’ll whisk you off to the resort.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I complete the Barbados Immigration Form?

Within roughly 72 hours before your scheduled arrival in Barbados.

Do UK travellers need a VISA for a holiday to Barbados?

Most UK visitors are visa-exempt for short stays. Your allowed stay is set on arrival.

What if my flight to Barbados changes after I submit my Immigration Form?

Submit a new form with the updated flight and use the latest receipts.

Do children need their own Barbados Immigration Forms?

Yes. Parents/guardians complete on behalf of minors.

What if I forget to fill in my Immigration Form before landing in Barbados?

Complete it on your phone using airport or mobile data. It may add a few minutes.

Do I need six months validity on my passport when travelling to Barbados?

Barbados requires validity for the length of your stay. Many travellers still aim for 6 months as a best practice.

Can one parent travel alone with a child to Barbados?

Yes - bring a consent letter and the child’s birth certificate to help speed checks.

Do cruise passengers complete the Barbados Immigration Form?

Procedures can differ. Follow your cruise line and Barbados guidance, and keep passport + ship details ready.

What happens if I declare items at the airport in Barbados?

You’ll speak briefly with a Customs officer. Honest declarations keep your flow smooth.

Where do I find my resort address for the Barbados Immigration Form?

In your booking confirmation. For this trip, select Sandals Barbados/Sandals Royal Barbados and copy its full address and contact details exactly as shown.

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Filling out the Barbados Immigration & Customs form is the easiest part of your journey. Do it within 72 hours of your flight, keep those receipts handy, and you’ll be sipping a welcome cocktail at Sandals Barbados or Sandals Royal Barbados before you know it.