Electricity

Electrical current in Anguilla is 110 volts, 60Hz. Flat blade attachment plugs and flat blades with round grounding pin plugs are in use.

Language

English is the official language in Anguilla.

Money

The East Caribbean dollar (XCD) is the official currency of Anguilla, although US dollars are widely accepted, with prices on menus etc. generally quoted in American dollars. There are several ATMs throughout the island. Credit cards are accepted at most establishments.

Tipping

A service charge of 10% is generally added to restaurant and hotel bills in Anguilla, and any tipping over and above this is discretionary.

Health

Hepatitis A vaccinations are recommended for all travellers as well as polio and tetanus vaccinations. Mains water on Anguilla is chlorinated, but bottled water is available and recommended for visitors. All food on the island is safe to eat. Patients will find one small hospital, one private day-hospital, four functioning public clinics and several private clinics on the island. Those who need major surgery may need to be transferred to neighbouring islands or the USA mainland. Adequate medical insurance is strongly advised.

Safety

Visits to Anguilla are trouble-free. The crime rate is low, but it's wise to take sensible precautions with valuables. Hurricanes usually affect the island between June and November.

Local customs

Skimpy clothes are frowned on and beaches don't permit nudity.

Doing business

Business revolves around tourism and, as Anguilla is a zero-tax jurisdiction, financial services. Light suits or buttoned up shirts are sufficient for meetings because of the balmy climate; office hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm.

Duty free

Travellers can bring 200 cigarettes or 225g of tobacco, and 1 quart of wine or spirits into Anguilla without paying duty.

Communications

The international dialling code for Anguilla is +1 264. Travellers can purchase local SIM cards for unlocked phones and reliable WiFi is available across the island.

Passport & Visa

All visitors require all documents needed for next destination, a return or onward ticket, and sufficient funds for the duration of their stay. As part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), all travellers travelling between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean region are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to enter or re-enter the United States. If departing from the USA, a valid passport will be required.

Entry requirements

There are no visa requirements for US citizens if they have an onward or return ticket, confirmation of accommodation, and can produce evidence of their ability to maintain themselves. Passports and other identification documents must be valid on arrival.

UK citizens do not require a visa for a maximum stay of three months. Passport must be valid for six months from the date UK visitors arrive.

Canadian passports must be valid for at least three months beyond the date visitors expect to leave Anguilla. A visa is not required.

Australian nationals do not require a visa for a maximum stay of three months. A valid passport is required.

South African nationals require a valid passport and a visa for Anguilla, unless holding a valid visa for the United Kingdom, the USA, or Canada for a maximum of three months.

Irish nationals do not require a visa for a maximum stay of three months. A valid passport is required.

New Zealand nationals do not require a visa for a maximum stay of three months. A valid passport is required.

Useful contacts

Anguilla Tourist Board, The Valley: www.ivisitanguilla.com

911 (General Emergency Helpline)

Embassies / consulates in other countries

Embassies / consulates in Anguilla

United States Embassy, Bridgetown, Barbados (also responsible for Anguilla): +1 246 227 4000.

British Government House, The Valley, Anguilla: +264 497 2621.

Canadian High Commission, Bridgetown, Barbados (also responsible for Anguilla): +1 246 429 3550.

Australian High Commission, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago (also responsible for Anguilla): +1 868 822 5450.