Antigua and Barbuda
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Antigua and Barbuda’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from June to November. You should monitor local and international weather updates from the Antigua & Barbuda Met Office and the US National Hurricane Centre and follow the advice of local authorities, including any evacuation orders. See Natural disasters.
A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Antigua and Barbuda ahead of the passage of Tropical Storm Fiona, which is projected to impact the twin-island state from Friday 16 September into Saturday 17 September. The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority has advised that the VC Bird International Airport will be closed to all commercial traffic as of 17:00 hours AST on Friday 16th September until 07:00 AST on Saturday 17th September.
The island of Barbuda was seriously hit by hurricanes in September 2017. Many buildings were destroyed and reconstruction work is still taking place. If you’re planning to visit Barbuda you should monitor local and international weather updates, follow the advice of the local authorities and ensure your accommodation is secure.
You can find further information on the impact of hurricanes on the website of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency.
Cases of Chikungunya virus have been confirmed in Antigua and Barbuda. You should take steps to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
Most visits to Antigua and Barbuda are trouble-free but there have been incidents of crime including murder, armed robbery and sexual assault. See Crime
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Antigua and Barbuda, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission. Consular support may be limited and is provided by the British High Commission in Bridgetown, Barbados.