Entry requirements
Caribbean Visa Requirements & Entry Rules
Up-to-date visa-free stay durations, tourist cards and entry notes for every major Caribbean island.
Find updated travel information for Caribbean destinations in one place, including visa-free entry rules, permitted stay durations, and essential travel requirements.
Most Caribbean destinations allow visa-free entry for short-term tourism for US, UK, EU, and Canadian passport holders. However, permitted stay durations vary by island and are always determined by immigration officers on arrival.
- • Visa-free access across most Caribbean destinations
- • Stay durations typically range from 30 to 180 days
- • Immigration officers determine final length of stay
- • Some territories follow UK, US, French, or Dutch entry systems
Below is a complete overview of Caribbean destinations and their typical visa-free stay durations for tourists.
| Country / Island | Visa-free stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Anguilla | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — UK territory. |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Up to 180 days | Visa-free — long-stay allowed but discretionary. |
| Aruba | 30–90 days | Visa-free + ED card — depends on nationality. |
| Bahamas | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — no travel health visa required. |
| Barbados | Up to 180 days | Visa-free — immigration discretion applies. |
| Bermuda | 90–180 days | Visa-free — depends on passport. |
| British Virgin Islands | 30–90 days | Visa-free — often extendable. |
| Cayman Islands | 30 days (extendable up to 6 months) | Visa-free — proof of onward travel required. |
| Cuba | ~30 days | Tourist card required — restrictions vary by nationality. |
| Curaçao | Up to 90 days | Visa-free + ED card — Dutch territory. |
| Dominica | Up to 180 days | Visa-free — long-stay allowed. |
| Dominican Republic | 30 days | Visa-free + tourist card — included in airfare. |
| Grenada | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — standard entry. |
| Guadeloupe | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — French overseas territory (not Schengen visa zone). |
| Haiti | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — tourist fee on arrival. |
| Jamaica | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — standard entry. |
| Martinique | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — French overseas territory. |
| Montserrat | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — UK territory. |
| Puerto Rico | Varies | US entry rules apply — ESTA/visa required. |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — standard entry. |
| Saint Lucia | Up to 42 days | Visa-free — extendable. |
| Saint Martin / Sint Maarten | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — dual jurisdiction island. |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Up to 30 days | Visa-free — extendable. |
| Trinidad and Tobago | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — standard entry. |
| Turks and Caicos | Up to 90 days | Visa-free — onward ticket required. |
| US Virgin Islands | Varies | US entry rules apply — same as USA rules. |
Best Caribbean Islands for Long Stays
If you're planning an extended trip, some Caribbean destinations are more flexible than others. These islands offer the longest visa-free stays for tourists from the US, UK, EU, and Canada.
- • Barbados — up to 180 days visa-free, subject to immigration discretion.
- • Antigua and Barbuda — up to 180 days visa-free for most travellers.
- • Dominica — up to 180 days visa-free, ideal for long stays.
- • Bermuda — 90–180 days depending on passport.
- • Cayman Islands — initial 30 days, extendable up to 6 months.
Always confirm permitted stay durations with the destination's immigration authority before booking, as final entry approval is granted on arrival.
Disclaimer: Visa rules and stay durations may change without notice. Always confirm entry requirements before travelling.