Yes, there a few social taboos and laws you should know about when visiting Barbados.
Just like any other country, Barbados has a few local customs and laws which you should always adhere to.
A few of the most important are:
- More than 95% of the population is Christian, and you should always show respect for places of worship.
- A ‘please’ and a ‘thank you’ is always appreciated when interacting with locals.
- Beachwear should only be worn on the beach.
- Topless sunbathing is illegal.
- Wearing camouflage or military clothing is illegal.
- It’s illegal to import or export more than $10,000 BDS ($5,000 US dollars).
- Drugs are illegal.
- Littering and prostitution are also illegal.
