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How much cash can you bring into St Lucia?

There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency.



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Individuals coming into St. Lucia are not required to declare their personal effects including the amount of currency they are carrying, but all duty-free items must be fully declared. Prohibited items include: Drugs.

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Prohibited Imports
  • Counterfeit currency and coins.
  • Food unfit for human consumption.
  • Indecent or obscene prints, paintings, photographs, books, cards, lithographic or other engravings, pornographic records, videos or any other indecent articles or matter.
  • Matches which contain white or yellow phosphorus.


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Tipping in Saint Lucia is discretionary and should reflect the service you have received, however, tipping around 10 - 15% is recommended. Currency: Can I pay in U.S. dollars, or should I use the Eastern Caribbean dollars?

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The mains water supply in St. Lucia is chlorinated and considered safe to drink, but may taste a little strange if you are not used to the chlorine. Ice served in drinks is usually made from tap water and is also considered safe to drink.

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How much is a can of coke in St Lucia? Coke is aboput EC$ 2 per can if you buy it ion the supermarket. In a bar the prices vary but c EC$ is about the average.

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On most days it takes atleast 45 minutes upwards to 1.5 hours getting through the airport but with our fast track service, you can get to your driver expeditiously without waiting in line.

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TIPPING IN ST LUCIA St Lucia enjoys a discretionary policy on tipping unlike many other Caribbean islands. If you are satisfied with the service you have received, the local standard for gratuities is around 10% of you bill for both waiters and taxi drivers.

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It is possible to catch several mosquito-borne illnesses in Saint Lucia so it is a very good idea to avoid bites wherever possible. To avoid being bitten by mosquitos on Saint Lucia: opt for loose neutral-coloured clothing with good limb coverage. treat clothing and your body with a reliable insect repellent.

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avoid isolated areas, including beaches, after dark. only use licensed taxis. do not carry large amounts of cash or jewellery. leave valuables and travel documents in your hotel safe or a safety deposit box.

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You can wear more casual clothes during the day, but in the evenings, sundresses and sandals are good for women, and shorts and a nice polo are great for men. Here is what to wear to dinner in St Lucia.

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While meal prices in Saint Lucia can vary, the average cost of food in Saint Lucia is EC$142 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Saint Lucia should cost around EC$57 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner.

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