News · 8 April 2026

UK joins 81 countries for Barbados visa-free travel

Barbados welcomed over 700,000 stayover visitors in 2024, setting a new record and surpassing its pre-pandemic performance. The UK recently joined 80 other nations, including the United States, Canada, and Germany, on the island’s visa-free entry list. This expanded access is part of Barbados’s plan to attract affluent long-haul travellers, boosting its competitive edge in the Caribbean.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 April 2026 at 12:01

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