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#CARD:Saint Lucia:Travel\Consular Information
St. Lucia - Consular Information Sheet
May 27, 1993
Country Description: St. Lucia is a developing island nation. Tourist
facilities are widely available.
Entry Requirements: For stays of up to six months, U. S. citizens may enter
St. Lucia without a passport, but must carry an original document proving
U.S. citizenship, photo identification, and a return/onward ticket. For
further information concerning entry requirements, travelers can contact the
Embassy of St. Lucia, 2100 M Street N.W., Suite 309, Washington, D.C. 20037,
tel: (202) 463-7378 or the permanent mission to the United Nations in New
York.
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 United States. In some cases supplementary
medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has proved useful. For
additional health information, travelers can contact the Centers for Disease
Control's international travelers hotline at (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Petty street crime occurs. 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. A birth certificate
and/or driver's license generally cannot be replaced outside of the United
States. 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. Criminal penalties for possession, use, and
dealing in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect
lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines.
Embassy Location/Registration: The United States does not maintain an
embassy in St. Lucia. U.S. citizens requiring assistance can contact the
U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados; telephone (809) 436-4950. The
Consular Section of the Embassy is located in the American Life Insurance
Company (ALICO) Building, Cheapside, Bridgetown, telephone (809) 431-0225.
U.S. citizens may obtain from that embassy updated information on travel and
security within the area.
No. 93-152
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 27, 1993 to add
information on reporting the loss or theft of a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD