🇱🇨Saint Lucia

Typically bring

• Passport valid for at least six months beyond the planned stay.
• Confirmed return or onward ticket.
• Proof of accommodation (hotel confirmation, rental agreement, or invitation letter).
• Evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.
• Any required yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country with yellow fever risk.

Watch out for

• Passport with less than six months validity — this will lead to denial of entry.
• No return ticket or onward travel — immigration may refuse entry without proof of exit plans.
• Insufficient proof of accommodation or funds — have bookings and bank statements ready.
• Missing yellow fever certificate if coming from a risk country — check the list before you travel.
• Assuming the visa-on-arrival fee is included — it must be paid in cash (local currency or USD) at the counter.

Good to know

• The local currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD); USD is widely accepted but you will need some XCD for smaller vendors.
• English is the official language, so communication is straightforward for Indian travellers.
• Mobile coverage is good in major areas; buy a local SIM at the airport or in Castries for cheap data.
• Saint Lucia is generally safe for tourists, but keep valuables secure and avoid isolated beaches at night.
• Tipping 10-15% is customary in restaurants if service is not included.