Barbados Travel Risk

Exercise normal precaution in Barbados.

Barbados is generally a safe destination for travelers.

• Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.
• Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching and pickpocketing.

Review our travel guidance for Barbados to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

• see general advice for women travellers
• read our guide on disability and travel abroad
• see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
• read about safety for solo and independent travel
• see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism in Barbados

Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Barbados, attacks cannot be ruled out.

Crime

There have been incidents of violent crime, including:

• armed robbery
• sexual assault
• gang-related shootings
• carjackings

There has been an increase in gang-related murders involving guns. Some incidents have taken place in populated and public areas.

Take sensible precautions to protect your personal safety:

• make sure your accommodation is secure
• take care when walking alone off busy main roads and taking money from ATMs
• avoid isolated areas, including beaches, particularly after dark
• only use licensed taxis
• take particular care around large gatherings, including street and beach parties, especially after dark or during the festival season
• do not carry large amounts of cash or wear expensive-looking jewellery
• leave valuables and travel documents in a safety deposit box or secure hotel safe

Risk level

Barbados - Take normal security precautions

Take normal security precautions in Barbados.

Crime

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing, purse snatching, and home burglary occurs.

Petty crime may increase during the tourist season from November to April.

• Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times
• Don’t leave valuables unattended on the beach
• Always lock and secure your accommodation doors and windows
• Avoid carrying large sums of cash or unnecessary valuables

Violent crime

Violent crime, including gun violence, has increased over the past few years in Barbados. Incidents of armed robbery, sexual assault, gang-related shootings and murder have occurred.

• Be aware of your surroundings at all times
• Avoid walking alone after dark
• Avoid isolated areas
• Avoid showing signs of affluence

Fraud

Fraud involving use of credit cards, debit cards and ATMs may occur.

When using your bank card at a payment terminal or at an ATM:

• cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
• pay careful attention when your cards are being handled by others
• avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
• use ATMs located in well-lit public areas or inside a bank or business
• check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements

Overseas fraud

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