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Antigua & Barbuda - Consular Information Sheet
September 7, 1994
Country Description: Antigua and Barbuda is a developing island nation.
Tourism facilities are widely available.
Entry Requirements: For tourist stays of up to six months, U.S. citizens
need proof of U.S. citizenship as well as a return/onward ticket and/or
proof of sufficient funds. For further information concerning entry
requirements, travelers can contact the Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda,
Suite 4M, 3400 International Dr., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone
(202) 362-5122.
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, supplemental
medical insurance which specifically grants 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 but is unusual. 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 lost or stolen 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. Penalties for possession, use and trafficking in
illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail
sentences and fines.
Civil Aviation Oversight: In June 1992, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration assessed Antigua and Barbuda's civil aviation authority as in
compliance with international aviation safety oversight standards for
Antigua and Barbuda's carriers operating to and from the U.S. However,
during its assessment, the FAA noted that Antigua and Barbuda's operations
to destinations other than the U.S. are not provided a similar level of
safety oversight. For further information, travelers may contact the
Department of Transportation at 1-800-322-7873.
Embassy Location/Registration: There is no U.S. Embassy or Consulate in
Antigua and Barbuda. For assistance, U.S. citizens may contact the Consular
Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados, which is located in the
American Life Insurance Company (ALICO) Building, Cheapside, telephone (809)
431-0225. U.S. citizens may obtain from the U.S. Embassy updated
information on travel and security in Antigua and Barbuda and the other
islands for which the U.S. Embassy is responsible.
No. 94-194
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated May 27, 1993 to add
information on aviation oversight and reflect a change in the U.S. Embassy
responsible for this jurisdiction.