Sending a parcel to Barbados
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Barbados. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Barbados arrives in 8–15 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx/UPS Express 3–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 96 €, customs duty from 96 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
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Sending a parcel to Barbados
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Summary
A parcel to Barbados arrives in 8–15 days (standard) or DHL/FedEx/UPS Express 3–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 96 €, customs duty from 96 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- BBD
- Standard delivery
- 8–15 days
- Express delivery
- DHL/FedEx/UPS Express 3–5 days
- Customs duty from
- 96 €
- VAT
- from 96 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Barbados
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 145 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 133 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 UPS Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 128 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Barbados
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 20 € | 52 € |
| 5 kg | 34 € | 85 € |
| 10 kg | 58 € | 143 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
Barbados is a CARICOM member with a Common External Tariff (CET, 0–45%). Parcels up to ~200 BBD (~96 €) are exempt from both duty and VAT 17.5%. Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) manages customs clearance. Barbados is one of the most developed Caribbean islands (HDI) with excellent infrastructure. DHL, FedEx and UPS all cover the island. Barbados became a republic in 2021.
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Invoice in English
- Detailed description and value in BBD or USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Barbados.
- Drugs and psychotropic substances
- Weapons without permit
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Agricultural products without phytosanitary permit
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Data accuracy
Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of Barbados.
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What is the customs threshold for parcels to Barbados?
Parcels up to ~200 BBD (~96 €) are exempt from both duty and VAT 17.5%. Barbados has excellent courier infrastructure — DHL, FedEx and UPS all available. Documents in English.
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