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Barbados

Updated: February 12, 2026 Source: January 16, 2026

Dogs and Cats Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

The Animals (Diseases and Importation Control) Regulations, 1961 restrict importation of dogs and cats to direct arrivals from countries listed as free from rabies in the Third Schedule (as amended). The current permitted origins and any additional health conditions are set by Veterinary Services and will be specified on the import permit.

  • Importation is limited to direct arrivals from countries listed as rabies-free in the Third Schedule to the 1961 Regulations (as amended).
  • Confirm the current list of permitted origins and any conditions with Veterinary Services when applying for the import permit.
Certifications
Description:

An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required prior to arrival for all animals. Species- and origin-specific conditions are issued with the permit.

  • Obtain an import permit before travel.
  • Comply with all conditions stated on the permit.
Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info
Legal Basis

Animal imports are controlled under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and the Animals (Diseases and Importation Control) Regulations, 1961. The 2014 Amendment allows the Minister, on advice of the Senior Veterinary Officer, to amend any Schedule by negative resolution.

  • Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253.
  • Animals (Diseases and Importation Control) Regulations, 1961 (Third Schedule: rabies-free countries).
  • Animals (Diseases and Importation) (Amendment) Act, 2014.
Transit Through Barbados

Veterinary Services provides guidance for animals transiting Barbados. Confirm transit conditions (including whether a permit is required) in advance with Veterinary Services.

Quarantine and Inspection

The Act and Regulations provide powers for inspection, quarantine, and control measures. Specific quarantine-on-arrival policies and facilities for pets are not detailed online; confirm current procedures with Veterinary Services when applying.

Import-Specific Links
Veterinary Services – Bringing Animals into Barbados Apply – Permit to Import Dogs and Cats Veterinary Services – Import Permits Veterinary Services – Transiting Animals through Barbados Veterinary Services – Department Overview/Contacts Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 (PDF) Animals (Diseases and Importation Control) Regulations, 1961 (PDF) Animals (Diseases and Importation) (Amendment) Act, 2014 (PDF)
Official Source(s)
Barbados Ministry of Agriculture – Veterinary Services: Bringing Animals into Barbados Barbados Ministry of Agriculture – Veterinary Services (department overview/contact/legal framework) Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap 253 (PDF) Animals (Diseases and Importation Control) Regulations, 1961 (PDF) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel Process Overview USDA APHIS – Frequently Asked Questions About Traveling With Your Pet USDA APHIS – USDA-Accredited Veterinarians: Certifying Animals for International Travel USDA APHIS – Using the Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS) Veterinary Services: Import Permits (how to obtain/fees) Veterinary Services: Transiting Animals through Barbados Ministry “Downloads” (legal texts incl. Act/Regulations) Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 (PDF) Animals (Diseases and Importation Control) Regulations, 1961 (PDF) Animals (Diseases and Importation) (Amendment) Act, 2014 (PDF) Apply – Permit to Import Dogs and Cats