British Virgin Islands Travel Advisory

Travel Advisory
May 22, 2026

British Virgin Islands - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

O D K E N H U T C

There are no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

Exercise normal precautions in the British Virgin Islands.

Advisory summary

British Virgin Islands is generally a safe destination for travelers.

If you decide to travel to British Virgin Islands:

  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
  • Review the Country Security Report for the Eastern Caribbean.
  • Before you leave the United States for British Virgin Islands, carefully check your luggage for any loose ammunition or weapons you may have forgotten. Review our information on Local Laws and Customs in British Virgin Islands.
  • Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for British Virgin Islands.
  • Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
  • We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.

Travel Advisory Levels

Assistance for U.S. Citizens

U.S. Embassy Bridgetown
Wildey Business Park
Wildey
St. Michael BB 14006
Barbados, W.I.
Telephone
+(246) 227-4399
Emergency
+(246) 227-4000
Fax
+(246) 431-0179

British Virgin Islands Map