Caribbean
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
A rugged volcanic mainland and the Grenadines, popular for sailing, diving and quiet beaches. Very small and low-key, with little nightlife; boat links between islands set the pace.
- US travel advisoryLevel 1Exercise normal precautionsDetails
- Visa186 of 198passports can visit visa-freeDetails
- CurrencyXCDUS$1 ≈ EC$2.70Details
- Price level55%of US prices (World Bank PPP)
- English5/5Spoken almost everywhere
- PlugsType A, C, E, I, K230 V, 50 HzDetails
- Emergency999Police 999 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 998
- Tap waterFilter or boilMains water is treated on the mainland; on Grenadine islands it is often rainwater or desalinated, so use bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+CriminalizedSame-sex acts were decriminalized in 2024 after a court ruling, but there are no protections or recognition and attitudes are conservative; be discreet.Details
- DrivingOn the leftVisitors need a local temporary driving licence (about EC$75) from the traffic department or rental agencies.
Where to go in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
1 place with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
| Place | Safety | Month, comfortable | Best months | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BequiaIsland | 4/5 | $2,780–4,070 | Dec–Apr | 19/100 |
When to visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
December–May is dry and best for sailing; June–November is wetter with hurricane risk. Vincy Mas Carnival is in late June–July.
Good to know
Entry
- Passport must be valid 6 months beyond arrival.
- A yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
- A food import licence is needed to bring food in (foot-and-mouth disease controls).
Laws visitors break by accident
- Camouflage clothing is illegal.
- Cannabis possession is restricted; do not assume it is tolerated.
Etiquette
- Greet people before asking for anything
- Do not wear camouflage clothing
- Ask before photographing people
Tipping
A 10% service charge is often added; otherwise tip 10%.
Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- UK FCDO travel advice: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Discover SVG
- World Bank open data
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