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  • Currency - The currency of the B.V.I. is the U.S. dollar. Major credit cards are accepted in many - but not all - establishments. There is a 10 cent stamp duty on all cheques and travellers cheques. 

 

  • Electricity - There is 110 volt and 208 volt supply to Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, Jost Van Dyke and Camanoe.

 

  • Water and Sewerage - Water supply is available in Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke and parts of Anegada. Other areas use cisterns. A sewerage system exists in Road Town and environs, Cane Garden Bay and some parts of East End. 

 

  • Fishing Permits - The removal of any marine organism from B.V.I. waters is illegal for non-British Virgin Islanders without a recreational fishing permit.

 

  • Poisonous Plants - A few plants including oleander and elephant ears are poisonous. Be especially cautious of the caustic fruit, sap and leaves of the Manchioneel (or Poison Apple tree) which are severely irritant, dangerous to eyes and poisonous if ingested. It is found near beaches in the form of a shrub or tree.

 

  • Smoking - Smoking is prohibited in all public indoor and outdoor spaces (and within 50' of these spaces). This also applies to most beaches. 

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