Household and personal effects may be imported duty and tax free provided they have been owned and used for at least 12 months
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
Firearms subject to high duty and require special Import
Permit
All items falling under "Barbados Miscellaneous
Control Act" (e.g. motor vehicles, new furniture,
etc.) require Import Licenses
Meat requires a health certificate and must be inspected
by the Port Health Authority
Plants must be inspected by plant quarantine office before being allowed into Barbados
MOTOR VEHICLES
Subject to duty and motor vehicle tax and requires an
Import Permit from the Ministry of External Affairs, Christchurch,
Barbados
Documents required:
Owners log book
Insurance policy
Commercial invoice
Import License
PETS
Pets must be quarantined in the United Kingdom for a
period of six (6) months
PROHIBITED ARTICLES
Illegal Drugs
Firearms
Ammunition
DUTY AND TAX RATE %
Basic rates of duty range from 5%-40% of CIF Bridgetown
Value
Value Added Tax is 15%
Jewelry, clocks and watches are subject to duty and tax
NOTE - Customs regulations are
subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is
a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household
goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for
general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such
regulations are subject to change without notice, Rinkens Moving International
cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other
detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double
check with your local embassy or consulate.