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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

Montserrat 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 Montserrat check the U.S. State Department Consular Information Sheet.


TRAVEL TIPS

Driving TBA
Currency (XCD) East Caribbean Dollar
Electrical 230 Volts
Telephones Country Code 1



Climate: The climate is subtropical, tempered by trade winds. There is little climatic variation throughout the year. The heaviest rainfall occurs between September and November; however, the heavy cloudbursts serve to refresh the atmosphere and once they are over the sun reappears.

Clothing: Tropical lightweights are worn, with light woollens for cooler evenings. A light raincoat or an umbrella is useful.

Food & Drink: Dining options in Montserrat are varied, with a choice of international or local specialities. The island specialities are fresh seafood and mountain chicken – not actually chicken, but the leg from a local species of large frog (Dominica is the only other island where these frogs can be found). Barbecues are popular and other local dishes include pumpkin soup, goat water (comparable to Irish stew), aubergine patties, salt fish, crêpes and dishes made from abundant local fruits. Waiter service is normal.
Most bars serve imported beers, spirits and wines. The local rum punch liqueur is Monserrat Rum Punch. There is also an abundance of local fruit drinks available.

Shopping: Locally made items include jewellery, needlework, ceramics, glassware and some interesting artefacts made from coconut. Local arts and crafts shops are dotted throughout the island. Shopping hours: Mon, Tue and Thurs 0800-1200 and 1300-1600, Wed and Sat 0800-1300, Fri 0800-1700.

Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (EC$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of EC$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of EC$1, and 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents. US Dollars are also accepted.

Currency exchange: There are three banks on Montserrat.

Credit & debit cards: Major credit and debit cards are accepted.

Travellers cheques: Widely accepted. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take travellers cheques in US Dollars.


CUSTOMS/DUTIES

Tobacco................200 cigarettes or 50 cigars

Liquor..................Wines and spirits not exceeding 1.14l

Perfume................168g (6oz) of perfume

Gifts..................... Up to a value of EC$250



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