British Virgin Islands Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in British Virgin Islands
999 / 911
General Emergency
999
Police
999
Ambulance / Medical
999
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Road Town
Currency
USD ($)
Official Language
English
Country Code
+1 284
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in British Virgin Islands
Urban / City
—
Rural
48 km/h (30 mph)
Highway
64 km/h (40 mph)
Alcohol Limit
0,8 ‰
Toll & Vignette: No toll information
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 5–10% customary
- DO Drive on the left, even though most rental cars have left-hand steering (US imports).
- DO Charter a catamaran or sailboat to explore hidden anchorages.
- DO Wear reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine national parks.
- DON'T Never drop anchor on coral reefs (always use designated mooring balls).
- DON'T Do not wear beachwear in Road Town businesses or government buildings.
- DON'T Do not speed at night on steep, winding mountain roads.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type A & B (110V / 60Hz) – US standard.
Tap Water: Desalinated water, safe to drink; bottled water widely available.
Insider Tip: Explore the tidal caves at The Baths and sip an authentic Painkiller cocktail on Jost Van Dyke.
