The Central Bank of Barbados (CBB) is the national monetary authority and central bank responsible for providing advice to the Government of Barbados on banking and other financial and monetary matters. The Central Bank operates as the banknote issuing authority for Barbadian currency.
History
The Central Bank of Barbados was established by Act of parliament on 2 May 1972.[2] Prior to its establishment, Barbados' monetary policies were governed through its membership in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Authority (ECCA).
In 2022, the CBB adopted polymer banknotes.[3] In 2026, the CBB introduced the national instant payment system BiMPay.[4]