Entering Grenada is usually quick for prepared travellers. Immigration officers want to see a valid passport, a completed arrival form, proof that you will leave, and a clear idea of where you will stay. Since March 2026 the arrival form itself has moved online: Grenada's ED Card, the combined arrival and departure form, is now completed before travel instead of on paper on the plane.
This checklist covers the documents and details that matter, the points where travellers most often get delayed, and the special situations of children, one-way travellers and people arriving by sea. It does not replace official guidance; rules can change, so confirm anything critical with your airline and Grenada's immigration authorities before you fly.
The core documents
Every arriving visitor should have the following ready, in paper or digital form as appropriate, before reaching the immigration desk:
- Passport. Valid for at least six months from the date of arrival is the safest standard. Airlines apply this rule strictly at check-in. Make sure there is at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
- Visa, if required. Only for nationalities on Grenada's visa-required list; carry the approval document.
- Online ED Card confirmation. Completed through the government's official ED Card portal before arrival.
- Return or onward ticket. A confirmed booking out of Grenada, whether to home or another country, within the period you intend to stay.
- Accommodation details. The full name and address of your hotel, guesthouse, rental or host, plus a contact name.
- Proof of funds. Not always requested, but a bank card and evidence of means are useful if questioned.
- Travel insurance details. Not an entry requirement, but useful if anything goes wrong.
- Copies. A photo of your passport data page, visa and bookings stored offline on your phone and a paper copy in a separate bag make replacing lost documents far easier; a lost passport has to be reported to the police and replaced through your country's embassy or high commission.
The online ED Card
The ED Card is the arrival and departure form that records who you are, how you are arriving, where you are staying and how long you intend to remain. Grenada launched its online ED Card platform on 2 March 2026, replacing the paper card previously handed out on flights and at the airport. Travellers complete it in advance, and officials have suggested doing so the day before travel or before leaving the point of departure.
The form asks for arrival details such as your status as visitor, resident or national, your mode of entry, airline or vessel, flight number and travel dates, followed by personal and passport information and your address in Grenada. Fill it in carefully: spelling and passport numbers must match your passport exactly, and the address should be specific rather than simply Grenada or Grand Anse.
Use only the official government ED Card portal. Copycat websites that charge for filling in government forms appear for many Caribbean destinations, and there is no reason to pay a third party for a form that the government provides. If you have problems completing it before travel, airline staff and immigration officers can advise on what to do on arrival.
At the immigration desk
What the officer checks. Your passport, ED Card record, visa if needed and onward travel. Expect questions about the purpose of your visit, how long you are staying, where and with whom. Clear, consistent answers make the process brief.
The length of stay. Visitors are typically granted up to three months, but the officer may grant less, often matching your return ticket. The period is recorded in your passport. Check it immediately, because staying beyond it without an extension is an offence.
Customs after immigration. After collecting luggage you pass through customs, where officers may ask about goods you are carrying and inspect bags. Declare anything above the duty-free allowances and any restricted items.
Returning nationals and residents. Grenadian citizens and permanent residents use the same online ED Card but pass through with their Grenadian passport or residence documentation. Dual nationals should enter and leave on the same passport.
One-way tickets and open-ended trips
Travellers arriving without a return or onward ticket face the most questions, both from immigration in Grenada and from airlines at departure, because the airline may be fined or required to fly a refused passenger home. If you intend to stay longer, look for work or travel on by yacht, it is still wise to hold an onward booking you can change, or to carry documents supporting your plans.
People arriving to take up a job should carry a letter from the employer and evidence that a work permit application is in progress or approved, since a work permit is separate from visitor entry. Students joining St George's University or other institutions should follow the immigration guidance their institution provides and carry acceptance letters. Those planning to join a yacht as crew should have a letter from the captain and details of the vessel, as the captain will need to sign them on at a port of entry.
Remote workers should be candid with immigration about the purpose of their stay. Working online for an employer abroad during a holiday is common, but anyone planning to stay for months should ask the Immigration Department how their situation is treated rather than assume visitor status covers it.
Long-stay visitors who want to remain beyond their granted period should apply for an extension through the Immigration Department rather than simply booking a later flight.
Travelling with children
Why it matters. Grenada, like most countries, watches for child abduction and trafficking, and airlines are trained to ask questions when an adult travels with a child whose documents do not obviously connect them. Questions are routine and not an accusation; having paperwork ready keeps them short.
Passports for every child. Every child, including infants, needs their own passport and ED Card details. Names must match the booking.
One parent travelling alone. Where a child travels with only one parent, carrying a signed consent letter from the other parent, with their contact details and a copy of their passport, is strongly advisable. Airlines and immigration officers may ask for it, particularly where surnames differ.
Children travelling with grandparents or friends. A consent letter from both parents, a copy of the child's birth certificate and parents' contact details help avoid delays.
Custody arrangements. If parental responsibility is governed by a court order, carry a copy. This applies on both arrival and departure.
Arriving by sea
Visitors arriving on private yachts clear customs and immigration at an official port of entry, such as Port Louis Marina in St George's, Prickly Bay or Tyrrel Bay on Carriacou, before going ashore elsewhere. The captain clears the vessel and crew, presenting crew lists, ship's papers and passports, and paying any fees due. Anyone leaving the yacht to fly home should be signed off the crew list with immigration so that the departure is properly recorded.
Cruise passengers on day visits go through formalities arranged by the cruise line and port, and simply need to carry the identification their ship requires. Travellers arriving on regional ferries or small boats from St Vincent and the Grenadines must also clear immigration and customs at an official port of entry; landing elsewhere without clearance is illegal and can lead to fines, detention or deportation.
Frequently asked questions
How long must a passport be valid to enter Grenada?
The safest standard is a passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival, with a blank page for stamps. Airlines usually enforce this at check-in. Some sources measure validity from departure instead, but planning around six months from arrival avoids any risk.
What is the Grenada ED Card?
The ED Card is the arrival and departure form recording a traveller's details, arrival information and address in Grenada. Since 2 March 2026 it is completed online before travel through the official government portal, replacing the paper version handed out on flights. It is free on the official site.
Can someone enter Grenada on a one-way ticket?
It is possible but risky. Immigration officers and airlines usually expect proof of onward travel. Without it you may be questioned at length or refused boarding. If your plans are open-ended, hold a changeable onward ticket or documents supporting your intended stay, such as a work permit or crew letter.
Does a child travelling with one parent need a consent letter for Grenada?
It is strongly advisable. A signed letter from the absent parent, including contact details and a copy of their passport, helps if airline staff or immigration officers ask. It is especially useful when the child's surname differs from the accompanying parent's.
How long can a tourist stay in Grenada?
Immigration officers typically grant visitors up to three months on arrival, often matching the return ticket. The granted period is recorded in the passport. Visitors wishing to stay longer must apply to the Immigration Department for an extension before the original period expires.
