The following guidelines must be followed when importing an animal into Barbados:

• An import permit must be obtained from the Chief Veterinary Officer before the importation of all animals, reptiles and birds
• A veterinary Officer must examine the animal before it is allowed to leave customs
• Dogs and cats must be free of any communicable disease.These animals may be imported by permit directly from the UK,Ireland,Jamaica, St.Kitts- Nevis, Antigua, St.Lucia and St.Vincent
• Cats and dogs originating from all other countries must undergo 6 months quarantine in Britain after which time an importr permit can be secured