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St. Lucia - Consular Information Sheet
September 7, 1994
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.
Civil Aviation Oversight: In June 1992, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration assessed St. Lucia's civil aviation authority as in
compliance with international aviation safety oversight standards for
Organization of Eastern Carribean States' carriers operating to and from the
U.S. However, during its assessment, the FAA noted that Organization of
Eastern Carribean States' 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: 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. 94-198
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated May 27, 1993 by adding
information on aviation oversight.