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BANK {Back To Top}
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Barclays Bank PLC
Bank of Nevis
Bank of Nova Scotia
Nevis Credit Union
RBTT
St. Kitts-Nevis National Bank
Banks are open Monday-Thursday 8am-2pm; Friday 8am-4pm
Saturday 8:30am -11am (Bank of Nevis only)
ATM 24 Hour Service (Cirrus and Plus Systems generally accepted):
Barclays Bank PLC
Bank of Nova Scotia
National Bank
Newcastle Airport (open when airport is open)
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CABLE TV {Back To Top}
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About 42 stations are available, including pay movie stations (HBO, Cinemax, The Movie Channel and Disney) for about $40 US per month.
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CHURCHES {Back To Top}
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There are a number of different churches on Nevis. Worship services are primarily held on Sundays and Saturdays but some churches do meet during the week for prayer and bible services. Any of the churches warmly welcome visitors.
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CREDIT CARDS {Back To Top}
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Most hotels, restaurants, and businesses accept credit cards, but it's best to check ahead before relying on just credit cards. Bank ATM machines will give EC funds through some credit cards.
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CURRENCY {Back To Top}
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The currency is East Caribbean dollars or "EC", which can be obtained at any bank. Most stores and businesses will accept U.S. dollars or travelers' checks, but change will be given in E.C. Coins from the U.S. are not accepted-only paper bills. The exchange rate is fixed at $1 US equals $2.68 EC.
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ECONOMY {Back To Top}
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The economy of Nevis is based on tourism, agriculture, fishing, and the offshore industry. http://www.nevisfinance.com . The government is a significant employer in Nevis as public employment is expanded to provide jobs for its people. With the surge in up-market tourism, the private sector is expected to be the dominant employer of its human resource. Tourism development plays a major role in the economic growth of the country.
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IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS {Back To Top}
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U.S. and Canadian citizens are required to present a passport or a birth certificate with a photo ID to enter the island. All other visitors must present a passport. Visitors may stay for a maximum of six months, but extensions may be requested at the immigration office in Charlestown. Visitors must enter with a return ticket. Departure tax when leaving the island is $18.50 US or $49 EC, which includes an environmental levy and airport security tax.
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LANGUAGE & EDUCATION {Back To Top}
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The official language of the island is English. The island has a 98% literacy level and its CXC and GCE results are among the highest in the Caribbean.
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MONEY {Back To Top}
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The East Caribbean (EC) dollar is used on Nevis. The exchange rate is pretty steady at $2.68 EC = $1 U.S. Most all stores accept U.S. cash, but many will give change back in EC. Neither banks nor stores will accept U.S. coins, only paper money. Most banks will give a cash advance on VISA or Mastercard for a $100 U.S. miminum and bank fee.
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POST OFFICE {Back To Top}
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The General Post Office, located in Charlestown, is open Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Closed on Saturday and Sunday.
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TELEPHONES {Back To Top}
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Nevis modern telecommunications system permits smooth and prompt telephone, telex, facsimile, and Internet connections throughout the world. To make an overseas call, dial 3-5-5 and follow the instructions to making a call using a credit card. Phone cards for use locally or overseas are available though the Cable and Wireless, the telephone company. Internet service is available through a local server, Caribsurf, run by the phone company.
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INTERNET ACCESS {Back To Top}
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ConneXtions - Juris Building, Charlestown 469-9675
Java Internet Cafe - Next to Charlestown Police Station, Main Street 469-7138
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TIPPING {Back To Top}
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Service charge of 10% is generally included in restaurant bills, but its best to ask (and more is welcome, of course!). Hotels add 18% to their bills, including 10% service and an 8% government room tax.
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TOURIST INFORMATION {Back To Top}
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The Nevis Tourism Authority office is open Mon-Fri, 8:00-5 p.m. in Charlestown. Brochures about many of the islands activities and businesses are available there. For information, call 866-55.NEVIS (Toll Free) 869-469-7550.
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TRAVEL AGENCIES {Back To Top}
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TDC Airlines Service (Nevis) Ltd. 869-469-5238/5302
Carib Travel 869-469-5426/5578
Claxton Services 869-469-5099/5155
Juel Travel 869-469-8517/8
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UTILITIES {Back To Top}
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Most hotels and homes use 110 volts but 220 lines are sometimes available. Check with your hotel to be sure.
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WATER {Back To Top}
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Drinking water is pure and safe to drink, but if you are sensitive to food and water changes, you may prefer commercially bottled water. Bottled water is sold in stores, restaurants, and hotels. Boiling water is recommended when staying in homes that use cisterns for their water supply.
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