Barbados Passport Ranking – Visa Free Access to 163 Countries
The Barbados passport ranks 22nd globally in 2025, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 163 destinations worldwide. This Caribbean travel document provides strong international mobility, with significant improvements from rank 35 in 2006 to its current position among the world's most powerful passports. Barbadian passport holders enjoy excellent travel freedom, including access to key regions such as the Schengen Area, United Kingdom, and numerous Caribbean and Latin American countries. The passport's consistent top-25 ranking demonstrates Barbados's strong diplomatic relationships and makes it a valuable asset for international business, tourism, and educational opportunities.
Quick Statistics for Barbados passport
Source: Skyscanner & Official Government Websites.
Top Visa-Free Destinations for Barbadian Citizens
Popular destinations where Barbados passport holders can travel without a visa:
| Country | Maximum Stay | Code |
|---|---|---|
 | Up to 180 days | GB |
 | Up to 90 days | SG |
 | Up to 90 days | MY |
 | Up to 90 days | IE |
 | Up to 90 days | KR |
Visa Requirements by Country
Complete breakdown of visa requirements for Barbados passport holders
✅ Visa-Free
126 countries
Albania
Andorra
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Aruba
Austria
Bahamas
Bangladesh
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bermuda
Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
Bulgaria
Cayman Islands
Chile
China
Colombia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cuba
Curacao
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Estonia
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French West Indies
The Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guatemala
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Kenya
Kiribati
Kosovo
Latvia
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
North Macedonia
Malawi
Malaysia
Malta
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Montserrat
Netherlands
New Caledonia
Nicaragua
Norway
Palestinian Territory
Panama
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Reunion
Romania
San Marino
Senegal
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
St. Lucia
St. Maarten
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Suriname
eSwatini
Sweden
Switzerland
Tanzania
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turks and Caicos Islands
Uganda
United Arab Emirates
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Vatican City
Venezuela
British Virgin Islands
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Rwanda
Angola
St. Helena
🛬 Visa on Arrival
30 countries
Madagascar
Armenia
Bolivia
Burundi
Cambodia
Cape Verde Islands
Comoro Islands
Egypt
Guinea-Bissau
Iran
Jordan
Laos
Lebanon
Macao (SAR China)
Maldives
Marshall Islands
Mozambique
Nepal
Palau Islands
Samoa
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Timor-Leste
Tonga
Tuvalu
Djibouti
Türkiye
Saudi Arabia
Niue
Namibia
🔐 ETA Required
7 countries
Canada
Sri Lanka
South Korea
United Kingdom
Seychelles
Israel
St. Kitts and Nevis
💻 E-Visa
31 countries
Azerbaijan
Bahrain
Benin
Ethiopia
Gabon
India
Kyrgyzstan
Oman
Qatar
Sao Tome and Principe
Tajikistan
Ukraine
Vietnam
Guinea
Kazakhstan
Cameroon
Togo
Syria
Thailand
Indonesia
Russian Federation
Pakistan
Burkina Faso
Mauritania
Congo (Dem. Rep.)
Nigeria
Liberia
Somalia
Bhutan
Cote d'Ivoire
South Sudan
❌ Visa Required
32 countries
Afghanistan
Algeria
Brunei
Central African Republic
Chad
Congo (Rep.)
Eritrea
Falkland Islands
Guam
Iraq
Libya
Mali
Mongolia
Morocco
Myanmar
Nauru
New Zealand
Niger
North Korea
Northern Mariana Islands
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Puerto Rico
American Samoa
Sudan
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)
Turkmenistan
United States
US Virgin Islands
Yemen
Australia
Kuwait
Historical Ranking Trend
Barbados's passport ranking progression from 2006 to 2025
Trend: Improved by 13 positions from 2006 to 2025
Official Barbados Passport & Travel Resources
Access official government resources for passport services, travel advisories, and visa information:
Compare Barbados Passport with Other Passports
See how Barbados's passport compares with other CARIBBEAN in the same ranking tier:
| Country | Rank | Visa-Free Destinations | Mobility Score | Global Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Barbados (You are here) | #22 | 163 | 72/100 | 38/100 |
 Bahamas | #23 | 159 | 72/100 | 77/100 |
 St. Vincent and the Grenadines | #25 | 156 | 58/100 | 87/100 |
 St. Kitts and Nevis | #27 | 154 | 78/100 | 74/100 |
 Antigua and Barbuda | #28 | 153 | 78/100 | 72/100 |
 Trinidad and Tobago | #30 | 147 | 68/100 | 67/100 |
*Mobility score calculated based on visa-free access and global travel freedom.
*Global score reflects overall passport strength considering various factors.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Explore More Passport Rankings
Discover Barbados's passport power and compare with other countries to find the world's most powerful travel documents.
View All Passport RankingsSource: IATA Travel Centre, Skyscanner & Official Government Websites.