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- Capital
- Charlotte Amalie (St. Thomas)
- Dialing Code
- + 1 340
- Time Zone
- UTC / GMT -4
- Language
- English, Spanish & Creole
- Best Time to Go
- December - May
- Currency
- US Dollar (USD)
Travel Tips
- Mains water in hotels and towns is safe to drink whilst outside of the main towns, water may be contaminated
Last updated 7 October 2026
Visa Guide
Public Holidays
2026
January: 1, 6, 19
February: 16
March: 31
April: 2 - 3, 6
May: 25
July: 3 - 4
September: 7
October: 12
November: 1, 11, 26
December: 25, 26
Visa Requirements
Visas are required for South African passport holders
- Visas for the USA are also applicable to the US Virgin Islands
- See the USA country guide for application details
Health / Vaccinations
Compulsory:
None
Recommended Travel Vaccines:
Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Polio