Key facts
Antigua and Barbuda is a country located in Caribbean. The country has no land neighbors.
English is an official language in Antigua and Barbuda. It means that if you speak it, you would be able to communicate with almost everyone. If not, it is highly recommended that you acquire some basic English before traveling to Antigua and Barbuda.
The national currency in Antigua and Barbuda is East Caribbean dollar (XCD). The dollar (EC$) is subdivided into 100 cent.
Antiguan, Barbudan
Banknotes
EC$5EC$10EC$20EC$50EC$100
Antiguan, Barbudan
Coins
1251025EC$1EC$2
Check with your bank before your trip to find out if there are any fees for using your card abroad. Some banks do not charge fees when you use a foreign ATM or pay in foreign currency, but others may charge a fixed cost for each transaction or allow a limited number of free withdrawals. The travel card provided by Wise.com, Revolut or Monose might be an excellent option to cut down on transaction fees.
Ookla® Speedtest The average fixed internet speed in Antigua and Barbuda is 41.69 Mbps and mobile is Mbs.The global average is 187.01 Mbps and 128.37 Mbps respectively.
ATM Density When compared to the world average, Antigua and Barbuda has more ATMs.54.35 ATMs per 100,000 people.The global average is 39.49.
SIM Registration In order to purchase a SIM card in Antigua and Barbuda, a passport or ID is required as identification.
Socket types
There are 2 socket types used in Antigua and Barbuda. Type A & Type B are widespread in North America (incl. the U.S.), Central America, Japan, and the Philippines.
The sockets’ shapes and voltage differ from country to country and a travel plug adapter may be required. Portable devices, such as phones, notebooks or tablets, usually handle the entire range of voltages used across the world (110-240V).
Sources
- EF English Proficiency Index (EF Education First)
- Speedtest Global Index® (Ookla®)
- Automated teller machines (ATMs) (per 100,000 adults) (The World Bank Group)
- Registration Policies Per Country (Prepaid Data SIM Card Wiki)
Tourism
What hotel chains are present in Antigua and Barbuda?
There are no Mariott hotels in Antigua and Barbuda.
There are no Hilton hotels in Antigua and Barbuda.
The IHG hotel chain operates in Antigua and Barbuda.
There are no Best Western hotels in Antigua and Barbuda.
There are no Radisson hotels in Antigua and Barbuda.
There are no Accor hotels in Antigua and Barbuda.
What fast food chains are present in Antigua and Barbuda?
The McDonald’s chain does not operate in Antigua and Barbuda.
The KFC chain does not operate in Antigua and Barbuda.
The Burger King chain operates in Antigua and Barbuda.
The Subway chain operates in Antigua and Barbuda.
The Domino’s Pizza chain does not operate in Antigua and Barbuda.
The Starbucks chain does not operate in Antigua and Barbuda.
Sources
- Country by National Dish (Samson Daniel)
Weather
What is the weather like in Saint John’s?
Weather data for Saint John’s (capital city) by Open-Meteo.com
Transport
Railways There are no passenger trains available.
Subway Systems There is no subway system in any city.
Taxi Apps Unfortunately neither Uber nor Bolt are available in Antigua and Barbuda.
Sources
- List of high-speed railway lines (Wikipedia)
- List of metro systems (Wikipedia)
- Left- and right-hand traffic (Wikipedia)
- The Global Enabling Trade Report 2016: Road connectivity (World Economic Forum)
Safety
Emergency phones in Antigua and Barbuda
Sources
- Antigua and Barbuda Travel Advisory (United States: Department of State)
- Travel Advice for Antigua and Barbuda (United Kingdom: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office)
- Mortality caused by road traffic injury (The World Bank Group)
- Corruption & Economic Crime (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime)
Smoking & Alcohol
Smoking ban No known rules against smoking, or no information is available.
Cananbis legality Recreational usage is decriminalized, but medicinal use is not allowed.
The products are only for your own use or consumption, or as a present for members of your household. They may not be imported for commercial purposes under any circumstances.
Alcohol allowance
- 1L of wine or spirits
Tobacco allowance
- 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco
Sources
- List of smoking bans (Wikipedia)
- Legality of cannabis (Wikipedia)