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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)

Turks and Caicos Tourist Offices are located in the USA (1-800 241 0824 and 781-648-1583), Canada (866 413 8875) and the UK (+44 208 350 1017).


FOREIGN RELATIONS

Turks and Caicos Island is a 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 Turks & Caicos Islands check the U.S. State Department Consular Information Sheet.


TRAVEL TIPS

Driving U.S Driving Permit accepted
Currency (USD) U.S Dollar
Electrical 110 Volts
Telephones Country Code 1



Time:
GMT/UTC minus 4 hours

Electricity:
110V, 60Hz

Telecommunication:
From North America, dial 1 + 649 + the seven-digit local number. From elsewhere, dial your country's international direct dialing prefix + 1 + 649 + the seven-digit local number.

Driving:
If you plan to rent a car, be aware that most jurisdictions of the Caribbean drive on the left. The only places where you drive on the right are Aruba, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Martinique, and the Netherlands Antilles. In other places, if you are not used to driving on the left, proceed slowly and with utmost caution. You may wish to ride as a passenger for a while before trying to drive yourself.

Driving conditions and local driving patterns are different from the U.S. Many roads are narrow or winding, signs may not be in English, and in some places, domestic animals roam freely. Defensive driving is a must.

Clothing:
Bring light ponchos for rain gear. These can be purchased from most camping stores. Many stadiums also carry a light poncho to sell to fans of local football teams. These work great as well. They are small and light and easy to carry anywhere you go as a rain cloud can come in no time and dump a monsoon on your head. Packing tip: When you are traveling as a couple, each of you should put one complete outfit in the other's suitcase in case one suitcase is delayed or lost. It is also a good idea to carry a change of underwear and socks in your carry-on.


CUSTOMS/DUTIES

Tobacco.....................200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 225g of tobacco

Liquor........................1.136 litres of spirits or wine

Gifts............................No duty free allowance

Cameras.....................No restrictions

Currency.....................Must be declared on arrival

Agriculture items........Refer to Consulate



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