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St. Kitts & Nevis - Consular Information Sheet
September 7, 1994
Country Description: St. Kitts and Nevis is a developing island nation.
Tourist facilities are widely available.
Entry Requirements: For stays of up to six months, U.S. citizens need proof
of U.S. citizenship, photo identification, and a return/onward ticket. For
further information concerning entry requirements, travelers can contact the
Embassy of St. Kitts and Nevis, 2100 M Street N.W., Suite 608, Washington,
D.C. 20037, tel: (202) 833-3550 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 specifically covering overseas problems has proved to be
useful. For additional health information, travelers may 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 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 fines.
Civil Aviation Oversight: In June 1992, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration assessed St. Kitts and Nevis' civil aviation authority as in
compliance with international aviation safety oversight standards for
Organization of Eastern Caribbean States' carriers operating to and from the
U.S. However, during its assessment, the FAA noted that Organization of
Eastern Caribbean 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. Kitts and Nevis. 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 St. Kitts and Nevis and the
other islands for which the U.S. Embassy is responsible.
No. 94-195
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated May 27, 1993 by adding
information on aviation oversight and to reflect a change in the U.S.
Embassy responsible for this jurisdiction.