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EMBASSY/CONSULATE ADDRESSES

Diplomatic representation in US: none (dependent territory of the UK)
US diplomatic representation: none (dependent territory of the UK)


FOREIGN RELATIONS

The British Virgin Islands is an overseas territory of the United Kingdom. See our United Kingdom Pages for this information.


TRAVEL ADVISORIES

To obtain the latest Travel Advisory Information for the British Virgin Islands check the U.S. State Department Consular Information Sheet.


TRAVEL TIPS

Driving Local Driving Permit is required
Currency (USD) U.S Dollar
Electrical 115 Volts
Telephones Country Code 1



Documents You'll Need
Return or onward ticket and VALID PASSPORT or proof of citizenship and personal identification.

Virgin-Island authorities require all visitors to have in their possession one of the following items:


Valid Passport

Birth Certificate

U.S. Naturalization Certificate

U.S. Alien Registration Card

U.S. Reentry Permit

Drugs
The possession, sale, use or distribution of illegal drugs constitutes a criminal offense punishable by law and conviction on drug charges can lead to stiff fines and jail sentences in the Virgin Islands' not-too-enjoyable detention facility.


What to Wear
Beach attire worn elsewhere tends to offend residents. Therefore, wear proper attire (no bare chests or midriffs) in residential and commercial areas. Bring long pants and hiking shoes if you intend to hike.


CUSTOMS/DUTIES


Tobacco.....200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 1/2 lb tobacco

Liquor.........1 litre of wine or spirits

Perfume......Reasonable for personal use

Cameras......No restrictions

Film.............No restrictions

Agricultural Items/Currency/Gifts...Refer psgr to consulate or ministry of agriculture

applies only to psgrs 18 yrs or over



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