Are the BVI ready for tourists?

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is open to tourism, including Americans. Starting May 15, 2021, vaccinated travelers will be subject to looser entry restrictions. These travelers will still be required to undergo two COVID tests but can skip mandatory quarantine.

Is the British Virgin Islands open yet?

WELCOME TO THE BVI The Government of the Virgin Islands has officially reopened its borders to residents and visitors on December 1st, 2020. All travellers desirous of entry into the British Virgin Islands are now required to register using the new online portal bvigateway.bviaa.com.

Are BVI sea ports open?

Additional Ports Of Entry Re-Open For International Ferry Passenger Operations. The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA), is announcing the reopening of the following ports for fully vaccinated travellers and crew on 17 June 2021 per the 9th June Cabinet approval.

Is BVI a tax haven?

Benefits of BVI as a Tax Haven A BVI offshore company pays zero income tax. There is no British Virgin Islands tax on capital gains tax, nor are there gift taxes, inheritance taxes, sales taxes, or value added taxes.

Why is it called BVI?

Etymology. The islands were named “Santa Úrsula y las Once Mil Vírgenes” by Christopher Columbus in 1493 after the legend of Saint Ursula and the 11,000 virgins. The name was later shortened to “the Virgin Islands”.

Do you need a visa to go to BVI?

Regular entry requirements British nationals don’t need a visa to visit the BVI. It’s normal practice for BVI immigration authorities to issue you with a one-month entry stamp on arrival. You may need to provide evidence of accommodation and your plans to leave the BVI at the end of your stay.

Can you go to the British Virgin Islands without a passport?

Generally, all U.S. citizens are required to present a valid U.S. passport when traveling to the British Virgin Islands, as well as proof of anticipated departure from the British Virgin Islands. This includes travelers arriving by airplane and by private sea-going vessel.

Can you take a ferry from St Thomas to BVI?

Thomas to BVI Ferry Schedules. As long as you have your passport, it’s easy to travel between St. Thomas and the British Virgin Islands via ferry. There is direct ferry service to several of the BVI’s from Red Hook.

What does BVI stand for?

British Virgin Islands
Glossary. British Virgin Islands (BVI) Located in the Eastern Caribbean and home to around 30,000 people, the BVI is a self-governing British Overseas Territory.

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Can I move to the British Virgin Islands?

If you’re wondering how to move to the British Virgin Islands, it’s important to note that foreigners wishing to reside in the territory, even citizens of the UK, must ask formal permission to stay. Longer stays must be approved by the BVI Immigration Department (located in Road Town, Tortola).

Is there a newspaper in the British Virgin Islands?

The BVI Beacon newspaper in Road Town, British Virgin Islands, publishes a weekly print edition as well as daily online news at bvibeacon.com. It focuses on local news, and also covers regional and international news of interest to this British overseas territory in the Caribbean.

Who is the current Premier of the BVI?

Premier Andrew Fahie Premier Andrew Fahie has made it abundantly clear that his government will reinstate a lockdown of the BVI if residents don’t adhere to the imposed COVID-19 precautionary measures during the soon-to-be-implemented… Junior ESHS students at their Road Town campus.

Is there a shooting in the Royal Virgin Islands?

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is investigating a shooting that happened on Tortola during the early-morning hours of Thursday, May 27. The RVIPF’s Information Unit told our news centre that police received reports of a shooting in Fort […]

When did the British Virgin Islands seaport reopen?

The recent seaport reopening has come with some “teething pains,” but it has been an overall success, Premier Andrew Fahie said on April 29 in the House of Assembly. Between the April 15 reopening and on April 29, 279 visitors and residents came to the…