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British Virgin Islands customs

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Import Regulations by British Virgin Islands customs

Export Regulations by British Virgin Islands customs

Health and Security

Contact British Virgin Islands Customs Authorities

Free import

• 200 cigarettes
• 50 cigars
• 2 litres table wine
• 1 litre of spirits
• 1 litre of other alcoholic liqueurs over 22%vol
• 2 litres of fortified wine
• 60 ml perfume

Prohibited

• Illegal drugs
• Arms, explosives and ammunition
• Knives and deadly weapons
• Meat and meat products
• Hazardous materials
• Counterfeit money and goods
• Pornographic material

Restricted

• All meat products are banned from being imported unless a special application is made to the Department Of Agriculture.
• All pets will require an import permit from the Department Of Agriculture clearing the pets of any potentially infectious diseases. Cats and dogs entering the country will also need to prove that they have been successfully vaccinated against Rabies before they can be safely admitted entrance.

Free export

• No information available

Prohibited

• Illegal drugs
• Arms, explosives and ammunition
• Knives and deadly weapons
• Meat and meat products
• Hazardous materials
• Counterfeit money and goods
• Pornographic material

Restricted

• No information available

Basic health information for travelers to British Virgin Islands

• Visitors to the beaches are advised to stay well away from the deadly Manchioneel Trees whose toxins can cause severe rashes and even death. Travellers should avoid sitting under them during rainy weather or eating any of the trees fruit and should obtain immediate medical assistance in the event of a serious accident.

• All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.

Basic security information for travelers to British Virgin Islands

• A temporary permit from the Ministry of Natural Resources & Labour or the Department of Conservation & Fisheries will be needed for any traveller wanting to fish throughout the islands. Spear fishing and removing of coral or marine animals is forbidden throughout the Islands.

• Possession of illegal drugs can lead to large fines and prison sentences and all travellers should avoid any illegal activities which could bring them to the attention of the authorities. Travellers are advised to ask permission before taking any photographs of local people or buildings which could lead to scenes of confusion or embarrassment.

For further assistance please contact the British Virgin Islander Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

British Virgin Islander Customs contact information

Address:
3rd Floor West Atrium Central Administration Building
Mailing Address:
Ministry of Finance Government of the Virgin Islands 33 Admin Drive Road Town
Tortola
BVI VG1110
Telephone: +2844943701 ext. 2144
Website: http://www.finance.gov.vg/


For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest British Virgin Islander Embassy.

List of British Virgin Islander Embassies all over the world: http://british-virgin-islands.visahq.co.uk/embassy/United-Kingdom/



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