GoSaint Lucia Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

The types of Saint Lucia visas are divided into diplomatic, official, visiting, business, student, and work visas.

China currently has no diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia Chinese citizens can enter Saint Lucia visa free with a stay of 30 days.

Immigration officials issue the number of entries and duration of stay upon entry. If necessary, you can apply for an extension at the immigration office after entering the country. Overdue stay will be dealt with in accordance with the law.

For more information, please refer to the Saint Lucia government website (govt. lc) or consult the Saint Lucia Immigration Visa Office. Contact information: Phone: 1-758-4563825; Fax: 1-758-4563823.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

All visitors are required to declare their carry on items, with cash not exceeding $10000. Individuals aged 18 and above entering the country are allowed to carry 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 2 kilograms of tobacco, 1.14 liters of alcohol, and gifts worth no more than 270 Eastern Caribbean dollars duty-free.

It is strictly prohibited to bring drugs, firearms, counterfeit currency, obscene pictures, and plant seeds into the country. It is not allowed to carry rare or endangered animals and plants out of the country.

Violation of the above regulations will result in the payment of taxes, fines, confiscation of items, and other penalties. Those who commit serious acts will be punished according to law.

For details, please refer to the website of the Saint Customs and Taxation Department.

Residency and Naturalization

Individuals who meet the following basic requirements can directly apply to the Saint Lucia Immigration Department:

1、 Marrying a citizen of Saint Lucia;

2、 Have resided in Saint Lucia for at least 7 years;

3、 Parents are citizens of Saint Lucia;

4、 Children of Saint Lucia citizens under the age of 21 after divorce;

5、 Children adopted by citizens of Saint Lucia.

public security

In recent years, there has been an increase in theft and robbery cases involving drugs, as well as occasional incidents of violent casualties. Theft against tourists has also occurred, so special attention should be paid when going out at night.

natural disaster

Saint is located in the central part of the Windward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean Sea, with a tropical monsoon climate. The year is divided into two seasons: rainy and dry. The rainy season is from June to November, with more rainfall and frequent hurricanes. The dry season is from December to May of the following year, with relatively less rainfall. The ability of the emperor to resist natural disasters is weak, and during the rainy season, roads are washed away, power outages, and water shortages occur.

FDA

Holy food mainly relies on imports, and its hygiene is guaranteed.

Urgent Help

Bandit police: 999.

Fire and medical assistance: 911.

air traffic

Saint Lucia has two airports, one is Hewanorra International Airport located in the southern part of Vieux Castle, which handles long-distance international flights; The other is George FL. Charles Airport located in the northern capital of Castries, which serves short haul flights to countries around the Caribbean.

land transport

The Saint Lucia Highway is laid along the coast and mountainous terrain, surrounding the entire island. The road is narrow and has many bends, mainly consisting of two-way single lanes, driving on the left.

Saint Lucia recognizes Chinese driver's licenses. After undergoing a physical examination in the local area with a valid driver's license, the holder can replace their temporary driver's license that is valid for three months or replace it with a one-year valid driver's license after obtaining a local residence permit.

water communication

Saint Lucia is an island nation with well-developed water transportation. There are numerous ports surrounding the entire island, among which Castries Port, Viejo Fort Port, and Soufriere Port are important ports for tourism and goods import and export.

major city

Castries is the capital and main port of Saint Germain, located on the northwest coast of Saint Germain, with an area of 80 square kilometers and a population of approximately 70000 (as of 2013). The port of the city is a famous natural harbor in the West Indies, capable of accommodating large sea vessels with a draft of 12 meters. It is an important tourist and cargo import and export port.

Vieux fort is the second largest city in Saint Lucia, founded in the 17th century and was once the capital of Saint Lucia. It has the only international airport and deep-water port in Saint Germain, and is also an important port for tourism and goods import and export.

Commodity prices

1、 Tourism and agriculture play a major role in the national economy of Saint Germain. The tourism industry is developing rapidly and the tourism facilities are relatively complete. Tourists mainly come from North America and European countries, focusing on seaside vacations, sports, and ecotourism.

Agriculture is mainly based on banana cultivation, in addition to producing coconuts, cocoa, and spices. The products are mainly exported to countries such as the European Union.

2、 Holy food and daily necessities are mainly imported, and their prices are relatively expensive. The universal Eastern Caribbean dollar can also be used in US dollars. 1 US dollar is equivalent to 2.67 Eastern Caribbean dollars (June 2020 data).

Insurance Medical

There are two public hospitals and multiple private hospitals and clinics in the area, which can basically meet the needs of local citizens and tourists.

Customs taboos

Local residents shake hands, greet each other when meeting, and say goodbye. Close friends embrace and pat each other's shoulders when they meet. Priority is given to women entering and exiting public places and getting on and off buses. Inviting guests or attending banquets usually requires bringing gifts.

Public holidays: New Year's Day (January 1-2), Independence Day (February 22), Good Friday, Easter, Labor Day (May 1), Pentecost, Corpus Christi, Liberation Day (August 1), National Day (December 13), Christmas Day (December 25-26).

Communications Power

The holy voltage is 240 volts, and the electrical plug is a universal plug for Commonwealth countries. Chinese electrical appliances need to be matched with plug converters for use in Saint.