Grenada launches electronic arrival card (E/D) in 2026

Grenada has introduced a new electronic Embarkation/Disembarkation (E/D) Card, replacing the paper arrival forms traditionally completed during flights or on arrival. The change took effect on March 2, 2026, and is designed to speed up border processing while improving the handling of traveler data.
Travelers are encouraged to complete the form before travel -preferably one day prior to departure or before leaving their port of embarkation – by visiting edcard.gov.gd.

What is changing

The E/D Card is an online arrival and departure information form. It is not a visa and does not replace any visa requirement that may apply to a traveler based on nationality.

Key points of the change include:

• Paper forms are being phased out in favor of a digital process.
• Travelers provide standard arrival details digitally, supporting faster processing at ports of entry.
• Authorities describe the move as improving security and data protection, alongside operational efficiency.

Who is affected

The E/D Card applies broadly to travelers arriving in Grenada, regardless of nationality, when they are required to complete an embarkation/disembarkation card as part of entry formalities.

This includes common visitor categories such as:

• Tourists
• Business visitors
• Short-term family visits
• Transit passengers, if they must pass through border control

Effective date

• Effective: March 2, 2026

Travelers with trips around this date should expect airport and airline guidance to reference the electronic form instead of a paper card.

What travelers should prepare

While the exact fields can vary, electronic arrival cards typically ask for information such as:

• Passport biographic details
• Flight and arrival information
• Local address/accommodation in Grenada
• Purpose of travel
• A valid email address

Important: the E/D Card is separate from visas

Even with the E/D Card in place:

• Travelers who need a visa still need to obtain the appropriate visa before travel.
• Travelers who are visa-exempt still must meet entry conditions on arrival.

Entry reminders (typical requirements)

Grenada entry requirements can vary by nationality and trip purpose, but travelers should be prepared for standard checks such as:

• A valid passport (carry a buffer of remaining validity in line with airline and immigration expectations)
• Onward/return travel confirmation
• Proof of accommodation and/or sufficient funds (if requested)
• Compliance with any health or customs rules in force at the time of travel

For nationality-specific visa rules, travelers should verify with Grenada’s official immigration/government resources or the nearest Grenadian mission before departure.

What this means in practice

For most travelers, the biggest difference is procedural:

• Less time spent filling out forms during the flight or at the airport
• A more standardized data submission process for border authorities
• Potentially smoother arrival flows during peak periods

Sources

• Government of Grenada (main portal)
• Grenada Ministry of Tourism
• Grenada Immigration Department (information portal)