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Barbados
Exotics Regulations
Vaccinations
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
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.
An official veterinary/health certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and any requirements set out in the import permit. Exact wording, timing, and any tests/treatments are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel for all animals. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Follow any species-specific conditions stated on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific vaccination, testing, or quarantine details are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Animal imports are regulated under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and associated Regulations.
CITES (Endangered Species)
Bird species listed under CITES require appropriate CITES documentation in addition to Barbados import permits. Refer to the International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora Act, Cap. 262.
Transit Through Barbados
Guidance is available for animals transiting Barbados; contact Veterinary Services in advance for transit conditions.
Import-Specific Links
Veterinary Services – Bringing Animals into Barbados Veterinary Services – Import Permits Veterinary Services – Transiting Animals through Barbados Veterinary Services – Department Overview/Contacts CITES Act, Cap. 262 (PDF) Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 (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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Equine-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Follow any equine-specific conditions stated on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific vaccination/testing regimes are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Animal imports are regulated under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and associated Regulations.
Transit Through Barbados
Guidance is available for animals transiting Barbados; contact Veterinary Services in advance for transit conditions.
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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Follow any bovine-specific conditions stated on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific vaccination/testing regimes are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Animal imports are regulated under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and associated Regulations.
Transit Through Barbados
Guidance is available for animals transiting Barbados; contact Veterinary Services in advance for transit conditions.
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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Follow any small ruminant–specific conditions stated on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific vaccination/testing regimes are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Animal imports are regulated under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and associated Regulations.
Transit Through Barbados
Guidance is available for animals transiting Barbados; contact Veterinary Services in advance for transit conditions.
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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Follow any swine-specific conditions stated on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific vaccination/testing regimes are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Animal imports are regulated under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and associated Regulations.
Transit Through Barbados
Guidance is available for animals transiting Barbados; contact Veterinary Services in advance for transit conditions.
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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Follow any poultry-specific conditions stated on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific vaccination/testing regimes are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Animal imports are regulated under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and associated Regulations.
Transit Through Barbados
Guidance is available for animals transiting Barbados; contact Veterinary Services in advance for transit conditions.
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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Comply with any species/origin-specific conditions on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate may be required and must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Exact testing/treatment details are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
CITES (Endangered Species)
Many exotic species are regulated under CITES. CITES documentation must accompany imports of listed species, in addition to Barbados import permits. Refer to the International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora Act, Cap. 262.
Legal Basis
Imports are controlled under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and Regulations.
Import-Specific Links
Veterinary Services – Bringing Animals into Barbados Veterinary Services – Import Permits Veterinary Services – Transiting Animals through Barbados Veterinary Services – Department Overview/Contacts Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 (PDF) CITES Act, Cap. 262 (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 CatsVaccinations
Not specified.
Certifications
An import permit from Barbados Veterinary Services is required before travel. Species-specific conditions are issued with the permit.
- Obtain an import permit prior to arrival.
- Comply with any species/origin-specific conditions on the permit.
An official veterinary certificate may be required and must meet the conditions prescribed by Veterinary Services and the import permit. Specific requirements are not published online; confirm with Veterinary Services.
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
Legal Basis
Imports are controlled under the Animals (Diseases and Importation) Act, Cap. 253 and Regulations.
CITES (Endangered Species)
Certain small mammals and exotic pocket pets may be CITES-listed. Where applicable, CITES documentation is required in addition to Barbados import permits. Refer to the CITES Act, Cap. 262.
