Visitor permit application

Apply for Visitor Permit Online

A visitor who wishes to drive on the roads of Barbados is required to apply for a Visitor's Registration Certificate commonly known as a Visitor's Permit. Persons should submit their application online using our secure, simple and easy-to-use online Application Form.

Applications can be made for a visitor's permit for a period of stay:

• Under 2 months at a fee of $10.00
• Over 2 months, at a fee of $100.00

Please click here to apply for the Online Visitor Permit

Application Requirements

A/ Application for Stay Under 2 Months

The visitor is required to email a scanned copy of the following documents and information with respect to the application for a period of stay under 2 months:

• Valid international driver's licence
• Completed application form including the following:
  1. Name
  2. Date of entry
  3. Country of residence
  4. Address in Barbados

B/ Application for Stay Exceeding 2 Months

The visitor is required to email a scanned copy of the following documents and information with respect to the application for a period of stay exceeding 2 months:

• Valid international driver's licence
• Passport showing working/living status
• Completed application form including the following:
  1. Name
  2. Date of entry
  3. Country of residence
  4. Address in Barbados

Application Process

1. The application should be made by email to permits@bra.gov.bb or facilitated at any car rental company. A dedicated telephone line (246) 243 1698 is in place to address visitor's queries and to provide guidance in this regard.
2. Online applications are reviewed and approved then a unique identifier number is issued to the applicant. This number is to be used to facilitate payment via SurePay online at https://bb.surepaybillsonline.com/cc or at any SurePay location on island.
3. The visitor is given a receipt from the SurePay cashier.
4. SurePay generates a Payment confirmation report which is sent to the Barbados Revenue Authority hourly.
5. The Visitors Permit will be issued by the next business day via email.

Please click here to apply for the Online Visitor Permit