Apply for your Barbados ED Card online

Yes. The ED Card is a mandatory entry requirement for every person entering Barbados, regardless of whether you are from a visa-exempt country (such as the US, UK, Canada, or EU). It serves as your official immigration and customs declaration.

You will receive an Immigration and Customs receipt via email once the form is submitted. This receipt contains a summary of your declaration.

You should save this document to your phone or print it out. Upon arrival at the airport, you will present this (or your passport) to the immigration officer or at the automated kiosks.

If applied through iVisa, you can also find a copy of your ED Card in your dashboard.

The length of stay depends on your nationality and the discretion of the Immigration officer.

• Standard tourists: Visitors from the US, UK, and Canada are typically granted a stay of up to 6 months.

• CARICOM Citizens: Usually granted 6 months upon entry in accordance with the Right of Entry.

• EU citizens: Generally allowed to stay for up to 3 months within a 6-month period.

• Extensions: If you wish to stay longer, you must apply for an extension of stay through the Barbados Immigration Department.

The official Barbados government system only accepts submissions within 72 hours (3 days) before your arrival.

If you apply through iVisa earlier than this, we will hold your application and submit it automatically as soon as the 72-hour window opens.

Yes. Every traveler, including infants and children, must be included in an ED Card submission. For minors under 18 traveling without both parents, it is also recommended to carry a notarized letter of consent to present to Immigration.

You can use iVisa’s "Add another person" feature to easily manage applications for the whole family in one session, saving time and effort.

No. It is for single entry only. You must complete a new Barbados ED Card registration every time you enter the country.

If you arrive without having completed the form online, you will be directed to one of the 70+ interactive kiosks in the arrivals hall at the Grantley Adams International Airport.

While this is possible, it can lead to significant delays during peak travel times. Completing it in advance allows you to head straight to the immigration line.