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The Government of Barbados continues to review and update its travel protocols for entry into the country.<\/p>

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In the latest update, effective January 7, 2022, travellers are permitted to travel to Barbados with a valid negative Rapid COVID-19 PCR test result done within 1 day prior to arrival in Barbados,\u00a0OR<\/strong>\u00a0a negative RT-PCR COVID-19 test result done within 3 days prior to arrival in Barbados.<\/p>\n

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Accepted tests include tests which were taken at an accredited or recognized laboratory by a healthcare provider via a nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal sample (or both). LAMP tests, self-administered tests or home kits and tests using saliva samples will NOT be accepted.<\/p>

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For more information on Barbados\u2019 travel protocols, visit\u00a0<\/em>www.barbadostravelprotocols.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>

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The Government of Barbados continues to review and update its travel protocols for entry into the country. 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