British Virgin Islands travel advice

Explore our complete guide to British Virgin Islands with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the British Virgin Islands.

British Virgin Islands travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the British Virgin Islands with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

British Virgin Islands - quick facts
Flight time✝ 14 hours
Time difference UK -4 hours
Language(s) English
Currency US Dollar
Electricity A + B plug (110V)
Driving side Left

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British Virgin Islands tourist information

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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British Virgin Islands weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
28°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Tortola28
28°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Tortola28
28°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Tortola28
29°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Tortola29
29°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Tortola29
30°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Tortola30
30°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Tortola30
31°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Tortola31
31°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Tortola31
30°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Tortola30
29°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Tortola29
28°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Tortola28
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
19 days with some rainfall in January in Tortola19
15 days with some rainfall in February in Tortola15
14 days with some rainfall in March in Tortola14
13 days with some rainfall in April in Tortola13
16 days with some rainfall in May in Tortola16
15 days with some rainfall in June in Tortola15
18 days with some rainfall in July in Tortola18
20 days with some rainfall in August in Tortola20
19 days with some rainfall in September in Tortola19
19 days with some rainfall in October in Tortola19
20 days with some rainfall in November in Tortola20
21 days with some rainfall in December in Tortola21
Sea temperature °C
26°C sea temperature in January in Tortola26
26°C sea temperature in February in Tortola26
26°C sea temperature in March in Tortola26
26°C sea temperature in April in Tortola26
27°C sea temperature in May in Tortola27
28°C sea temperature in June in Tortola28
28°C sea temperature in July in Tortola28
28°C sea temperature in August in Tortola28
29°C sea temperature in September in Tortola29
29°C sea temperature in October in Tortola29
28°C sea temperature in November in Tortola28
27°C sea temperature in December in Tortola27

The British Virgin Islands weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tortola.

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British Virgin Islands travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the British Virgin Islands from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the British Virgin Islands.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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British Virgin Islands travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the British Virgin Islands with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the British Virgin Islands, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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British Virgin Islands FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the British Virgin Islands including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to the British Virgin Islands?

British Virgin Islands is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for the British Virgin Islands.

What is the flight time to the British Virgin Islands from the UK?

The flight time to the British Virgin Islands from the UK is typically 14 hours.

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What is the time difference between the British Virgin Islands and the UK?

The time difference between the British Virgin Islands and the UK is UK time-4 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the British Virgin Islands?

The main language spoken in the British Virgin Islands is English.

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What is the currency in the British Virgin Islands?

The currency in the British Virgin Islands is the US Dollar (USD).

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Which plugs are used in the British Virgin Islands?

British Virgin Islands uses electrical plug type A + B (110 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the British Virgin Islands?

They drive on the left side of the road in the British Virgin Islands.

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