St Croix, USVI

What to wear in St Croix, USVI

Dress is beachy and casual during the day, though many people dress up a bit for a night out. Few places require jacket, ties, or skirts, but shorts and t-shirts are inappropriate in many establishments. It's wise to pack a light sweater or jacket in winter.

Spoken language in St Croix, USVI

English is the official language, though island residents often speak it with a lilting Creole accent, so you might not recognize certain words until you get used to it. Spanish and Creole are also widely spoken.

Electricity in St Croix, USVI

The current is 110 volts, 60 cycles, the same as in the US mainland.

Customs information for St Croix, USVI visitors

We strongly suggest that you verify the following information and regard this only as a basic guide.

Entry

US Citizens do not need a passport or visa to enter but do need proof of citizenship to return to the US. A birth certificate with a raised seal and a government-issued photo ID will suffice.

US Virgin Island Customs

These are duty-free ports, there are no taxes on goods.

US Mainland Customs

Travelers returning directly or indirectly from a US insular possession are allowed a $1,200 duty-free exemption. You may include 1,000 cigarettes as part of this exemption, but at least 800 of them must have been acquired in an insular possession. Similarly, you may bring back 5 liters of alcohol duty-free, but one of them must be a product of an insular possession.