Tortola, BVI

What to wear in Tortola, BVI

Casual is the way to go, and loose clothing made of natural fabrics will help you breeze through the heat and humidity. Wearing a hat and sunblock is a good idea, especially in summer. Bathing suits should worn only on the beach. .

Spoken language in Tortola, BVI

English, with a West Indian inflection, is the regional language.

Electricity in Tortola, BVI

The electrical current in the Caribbean is 120volts/60 cycles, the same as the US.

Customs information for Tortola, BVI visitors

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

Entry

American citizens are not required to have either a passport or visa to enter the British Virgin Islands. Native-born US citizens, however, must have proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate with a raised seal and a government-issued photo ID. If you plan on taking an excursion to the nearby Leeward Islands, such as Anguilla or St. Martin, be sure to bring your passport, as these are foreign destinations.

British Virgin Islands Customs

Visitors may bring in 2 liters of alcohol, 2 cartons of cigarettes, and a household items for personal use.

US Customs

US residents returning from the British Virgin Islands may return with $600 worth of duty-free imports every 30 days. Gifts mailed from the British Virgin Islands cannot exceed $50 per day. You may bring back 5 liters of liquor duty-free, plus an extra liter of rum if one of the bottles is produced in the Virgin Islands.