St Lucia

What to wear in St Lucia

St Lucia is a tropical paradise and casual resort attire is appropriate year-round, although some restaurants require men to wear jackets and ties. Winter vacationers may want to bring a light pullover for cooler evenings. Swimwear and bare backs should be restricted to beaches and pools.

Spoken language in St Lucia

English is the official language. A French Creole patois is also widely spoken.

Electricity in St Lucia

The current runs on 220 volts/50 cycles AC, so you will need an adapter for American appliances.

Customs information for St Lucia visitors

We strongly suggest that you verify with a consulate for the most current and complete rendering of the information outlined below.

Entry

A valid US passport or an original birth certificate with a raised seal and a government-issued photo ID is required.

St Lucia Customs

Visitors at least 18 years of age may enter the country with 200 cigarettes or 250 grams of tobacco and 1 liter (40 ounces) of wine or spirits.

US Customs

You may re-enter the US with $600 worth of duty-free merchandise. You may include two liters of wine, beer, or liquor with this exemption, as long as one of the liters was produced in St Lucia. For more information, contact the US Customs Service, phone 202-354-1000.

Departure Tax

A maximum tax of $21 will be levied when exiting the country, though you should check to see if it was included in the price of your airline ticket.

US Embassy Barbados (Jurisdiction over St Lucia) Consular Section, ALICO Building - Cheapside, Bridgetown, Barbados, West Indies, phone 246-431-0225, fax 246-431-0179, email ConsularBridge2@state.gov.

Advising for St Lucia visitors

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

Drinking

You must be 18 years old.

Sunburn and Heatstroke

The sun can be harsh, especially in summer, so sunblock and a hat are essential. Drink lots of water to avoid dehydration.