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Currency/Credit Cards
The currency of the US Virgin Islands is the US dollar. No other currencies are used. Credit cards are accepted in hotels and throughout the islands in all but the smallest shops and restaurants.
Travellers cheques are widely accepted in hotels, shops and restaurants, provided they are in US Dollars. Foreign exchange bureaux are available but it is recommended to arrive with US Dollars. |
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Departure Tax
A departure tax must be paid when you leave the USVI. It is US$5 by ferry and $10 when leaving by air. This tax is only payable in cash and in US Dollars, so please remember to keep enough with you at the end of your trip.
The US Virgin Islands are a duty free port, with no sales or luxury taxes on items such as watches, cameras, jewellery, china, and leather goods. US citizens are allowed a duty free shopping quota of $1,600. A flat rate of six percent duty is charged on purchases over your $1,600 allowance. |
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Electricity
The domestic electricity supply is 120 volts, 60Hz. Two flat-pin American style plugs are standard on the Islands. |
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Embassies & Consulates
There are no embassies or High Commissions in the US Virgin Islands and the closest political representation is generally in Barbados.
Canada
See the Definitive Caribbean Guide to Barbados
United Kingdom
The nearest British Honorary Consulate can be found in Puerto Rico, San Juan, 242 Monaco Street, Palmas del mar, t 1 407 254 3300
The closest High Commission is in Barbados, Collymore Rock, St Michael, t 1 246 436 6694, britishhc@sunbeach.net
United States
See the Definitive Caribbean Guide to Barbados |
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