What is the capital of British Virgin Islands?

Capital	Road Town
Government Type	Parliamentary democracy (House of Assembly); self-governing overseas territory of the UK
Currency	US Dollar (USD)
Total Area	58 Square Miles 151 Square Kilometers
Location	The Caribbean, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico
Language	English (official)
GDP - real growth rate	1.3%
GDP - per capita (PPP)	$42,300.00 (USD)

What is the population of British Virgin Islands?

Ethnic Groups	Black 83%, white, Indian, Asian, and mixed
Nationality Adjective	British Virgin Islander
Nationality Noun	British Virgin Islander(s)
Population	37,381
Population Growth Rate	2.4%
Population in Major Urban Areas	ROAD TOWN (capital) 10,000
Predominant Language	English (official)
Urban Population	40.6%

What type of government does British Virgin Islands have?

• Executive Branch: Chief of State: King CHARLES Philip Arthur George III (Since 8 September 2022) previous Queen ELIZABETH II (6... More
• Suffrage: 18 years of age; universal More
• Citizenship: See United Kingdom More
• National Holiday: Territory Day, 1 July (1956) More
• Constitution: Several previous; latest effective 15 June 2007 More
• Independence: None (overseas territory of the UK) More

British Virgin Islands YouTube: British Virgin Islands Tourist Board

What environmental issues does British Virgin Islands have?

• Climate: Subtropical; humid; temperatures moderated by trade winds More
• Environment - Current Issues: Limited natural fresh water resources (except for a few seasonal streams and springs on Tortola, most of the islands' water... More
• Terrain: Coral islands are relatively flat; volcanic islands are steep, hilly More

How big is the British Virgin Islands economy?

• Economic Overview: The economy, one of the most stable and prosperous in the Caribbean, is highly dependent on tourism, which generates an... More
• Industries: Tourism, light industry, construction, rum, concrete block, offshore banking center More
• Currency Name and Code: US Dollar (USD) More

What current events are happening in British Virgin Islands?
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What makes British Virgin Islands a unique country to travel to?

Country Description

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is a British overseas territory, part of the British West Indies, lying about 60 miles east of Puerto Rico. There are about 50 islands in the BVI, many of which are uninhabited. Tortola is the main island, other islands include Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, and Anegada. Tourist facilities are widely available.

Crime

Theft, armed robbery, and other violent crimes do occur in the BVI. Visitors should take common-sense precautions to guard against petty crime. Travelers should avoid carrying large amounts of cash and use hotel safety deposit facilities to safeguard valuables and travel documents. Do not leave valuables unattended on the beach or in cars, and do not leave them in plain view inside rental properties or hotel rooms. Always lock up boats when going ashore.

Don’t buy counterfeit and pirated goods, even if they are widely available. Not only are the bootlegs illegal in the United States, but you may also be breaking local law too.

Criminal Penalties

While you are traveling in the BVI, you are subject to its laws even if you are a U.S. citizen. Foreign laws and legal systems can be vastly different than our own. In some places, you may be taken in for questioning if you don’t have your passport with you. In some places, it is illegal to take pictures of certain buildings. In some places driving under the influence could land you immediately in jail. These criminal penalties will vary from country to country. There are also some things that might be legal in the country you visit, but still illegal in the United States, and you can be prosecuted under U.S. law if you buy pirated goods. Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is a crime prosecutable in the United States. If you break local laws in the BVI, your U.S. passport won’t help you avoid arrest or prosecution. It’s very important to know what’s legal and what’s not where you are going.

Persons violating BVI law, even unknowingly, may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs in the BVI are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines. Engaging in sexual conduct with children or using or disseminating child pornography in a foreign country is a crime, prosecutable in the United States. Please see our information on Criminal Penalties.

If you are arrested in the BVI, authorities of the BVI are required to notify the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate of your arrest. If you are concerned the Department of State may not be aware of your situation, you should request the police or prison officials to notify the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate of your arrest.

Medical Facilities and Health Information

Medical care in the BVI consists of a small general hospital, Peebles Hospital (Telephone (284) 494-3497), with an emergency room staffed 24-hrs a day by physicians, several clinics on Tortola, and one public and one private clinic on Virgin Gorda. Both islands are served by ambulances staffed with paramedics. There is a clinic staffed by a government nurse on both Jost Van Dyke and Anegada. There are no medical facilities on the other islands. A volunteer organization, Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR), responds 24-hrs/day to medical emergencies at sea or on the outer islands. VISAR transports casualties to the nearest point for transfer to ambulance. To reach VISAR, dial SOS (767) or call on Marine Channel 16.

There is no hyperbaric chamber in the BVI. Patients requiring treatment for decompression illness are transferred to St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Most sensitive medical cases are transferred to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Traffic Safety and Road Conditions

While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning the British Virgin Islands is provided for general reference only, and may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance.

Vehicles drive on the left (the “British side”) with most steering wheels on the left (the “American side”). Seatbelts are required by law, and cell phone use while driving is prohibited. Road signs are limited and drivers often fail to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians, even at painted crosswalks. Speeding and reckless driving are fairly common in the BVI. Drivers can encounter nighttime drag racing on main thoroughfares and livestock on roads both day and night. Roads in Tortola's interior can be steep and extremely slippery when wet. Travelers planning to drive across the island should consider requesting four-wheel drive vehicles and should ensure that tires and brakes are in good operating condition on any rental vehicle.