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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA DOCUMENTS
Documents: A passport with a residual validity of 6 months at the time of entry to the country is required for entry to Antigua and Barbuda. Even children and minors need their own passport.
Visa: It is not required for a stay in the islands of less than 90 days. You must be in possession of the return ticket.
For the documents needed to travel to Antigua and Barbuda we always recommend checking the country’s official website.
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA HEALTH INSURANCE, TRAVEL INSURANCE, AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Healthcare: Healthcare facilities in the islands of Antigua and Barbuda are of a good standard. As with any trip abroad, travel and health insurance is always recommended. These types of insurance allow you to cover your medical expenses as well as baggage insurance and the reimbursement of airline tickets in case of non-departure.
Vaccinations: No vaccinations are required for entry to the islands.
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA MOBILE PHONES AND INTERNET
Telephones: The international dialing code for Antigua and Barbuda is 001-268.
Cell Phones: The mobile network technology used in the islands of Antigua and Barbuda is GSM.
Mobile operators: Apua, Lime, Digicel.
Internet: Almost all the hotels on the islands have free or paid Internet connections.
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA POWER PLUGS AND ELECTRIC SOCKETS
Electricity: The electric current is 230 Volts 60 Hz.
Electrical outlets: The power plugs and sockets used in Antigua and Barbuda are those of type A and B. These are the American flat blade sockets with and without earth. For Europeans it is therefore necessary to bring an Universal Travel Adapter.
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CURRENCY AND BANKS
Currency: East Caribbean dollar (XCD).
Banks: Opening hours of the Banks: Banks are open from Monday to Thursday from 8.00 to 13.00 and from 15.00 to 17.00. While on Friday they are open from 8.00 to 12.00 and from 15.00 to 17.00.