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NEW TRAVEL INFO -- Antigua (fwd)
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Date: 10 Jun 97 11:31:44 EDT
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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Antigua & Barbuda
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Antigua and Barbuda - Consular Information Sheet
June 9, 1997
Country Description: Antigua and Barbuda is a developing island
nation. Tourism facilities are widely available.
Entry Requirements: A valid passport or birth certificate and
picture ID such as a drivers license are required of U.S. citizens
entering Antigua and Barbuda. A return ticket is sometimes
requested. Immigration officials are strict about getting exact
information about where visitors are staying. There is no fee for
entering the country, but there is a $13.00 departure tax. For
further information on entry requirements, travelers can contact the
Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda, 3216 New Mexico Avenue, N.W.,
Washington, D.C. 20016, telephone (202) 362-5122, or the Consulate
of Antigua and Barbuda in Miami.
Medical Facilities: Medical care is limited. Doctors and
hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services.
U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the U.S. In some
cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas
coverage, including provision for medical evacuation, has proven
useful. For additional health information, travelers may contact
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's international
travelers hotline at (404) 332-4559, Internet: http://www.cdc.gov/.
Crime Information: Violent crimes and armed assaults have been
perpetrated against tourists. Petty street crime also occurs, and
valuables left unattended on beaches are subject to theft.
The loss or theft of a U.S. passport overseas should be reported to
the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
Retaining a copy of the police report may facilitate return travel
to the U.S. A lost or stolen birth certificate and/or driver's
license generally cannot be replaced outside the U.S.
U.S. citizens can refer to the Department of State's pamphlet "A
Safe Trip Abroad," which provides useful information on guarding
valuables and protecting personal security while traveling abroad.
Both this pamphlet and "Tips for Travelers to the Caribbean" are
available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government
printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the
country in which they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use
and trafficking in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders
can expect lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines.
Aviation Oversight: As a result of an assessment conducted by the
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in July 1996, the FAA has
found the government of Antigua and Barbuda's civil aviation
authority not to be in compliance with international aviation safety
standards for oversight of Antigua and Barbuda's air carrier
operations. While consultations to correct the deficiencies are
ongoing, Antigua and Barbuda's carriers are permitted to conduct
limited operations to the U.S. subject to heightened FAA
surveillance. Based on the FAA's determination, the Department of
Defense does not permit U.S. military personnel to use carriers from
Antigua and Barbuda for official business except for flights
originating from or terminating in the U.S., or in extenuating
circumstances. For further information, travelers may contact the
Department of Transportation at 1-(800) 322-7873.
Traffic Safety/Road Conditions: Driving in Antigua and Barbuda is
on the left-hand side of the road, as in the United Kingdom. Roads
are narrow and in poor condition. There is relatively little police
enforcement of traffic regulations. The condition of the roads and
the speed at which many persons drive lead to serious traffic
accidents. More detailed information on roads and traffic safety
can be obtained from the Antigua Tourist Board, tel. (268) 462-0480,
or the Director General of Tourism, tel. (268) 462-1005.
Embassy Location/Registration: U.S. citizens may register with the
U.S. Consular Agent, Hospital Hill, English Harbour. The mailing
address is c/o U.S. Consular Agent, P.O. Box 664, St. John's,
Antigua. The telephone number is (268) 463-6531, Fax (268)
460-1569, e-mail (no caps) [email protected]. The hours of operation
are Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm. (Please call for appointment.)
U.S. citizens may also contact the Consular Section of the U.S.
Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados, which is located in the American
Life Insurance Company (ALICO) Building, Cheapside, tel. (246)
431-0225, which has consular jurisdiction over Antigua and Barbuda.
The hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.
No. 97-098
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated March 15, 1996
to include entry requirements information, the CDC Internet address,
and a section on traffic safety/road conditions.
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