Barbados: as of November 12, 2026, the US State Department's maximum per diem for Barbados is $377 a day, made up of $210 for lodging and $167 for meals and incidental expenses.
Per day, in US dollars. Effective Apr 1, 2023.
Actual hotel cost is reimbursed up to this amount per night.
Per diem is a ceiling, not a typical spend. Our own model puts a comfortable day of travel in this country at about $534 per person and a mid-range day at $216. See what Barbados costs right now
| Location | Season | Lodging | Meals & incidentals | Total | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbados | 05/01 – 11/14 | $210 | $167 | $377 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| 11/15 – 04/30 | $321 | $178 | $499 | Apr 1, 2023 |
Source: US Department of State, Office of Allowances, foreign per diem rates, retrieved November 13, 2026. Rates are published in US dollars and revised on the first of each month; where a location has seasons, the row that applies today is shown in full strength. Confirm against the official table before filing an expense claim.
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