U.S. Virgin Islands The United States Virgin Islands are an unincorporated territory of the United States, meaning that only certain parts of the U.S. Constitution apply to its residents. Individuals born in the U.S. Virgin Islands are considered citizens of the United States.

Yes, people born in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI)—which includes St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John—are U.S. citizens at birth. The USVI is an unincorporated territory of the United States, and its residents hold the same U.S. passports and enjoy many of the same rights as citizens living in the 50 states. However, there are significant political distinctions: while they are citizens, residents of the USVI cannot vote in U.S. presidential elections and do not have a voting representative in Congress (they have a non-voting delegate). Conversely, those born in the nearby British Virgin Islands (BVI) are British Overseas Territories citizens. For travelers in 2026, this means that U.S. citizens can visit the USVI without a passport, though carrying one is still recommended for seamless re-entry through customs. The blend of American citizenship with a distinct Caribbean culture makes the USVI a unique part of the American landscape, offering a tropical experience with the familiar legal protections and currency of the United States.