🇰🇳Saint Kitts And Nevis
America
Information
Capital
Basseterre
Population
46,900
Currency
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD EC$)
Languages
English
Continent
America
Calling code
+1-869
Timezone
America/St_Kitts
Area
261 km²
Government
Federal parliamentary democracy under constitutional monarchy
National day
19 September - Independence Day
Internet domain
.kn
About
Saint Kitts and Nevis is a two-island Caribbean federation comprising Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is known for its citizenship-by-investment program and an economy diversifying into tourism, agriculture, and renewables. In 2026, the government prioritizes infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau de risque global faible à modéré pour les touristes, avec une criminalité mineure concentrée dans les zones urbaines.
Risk areas
Basseterre - Petite criminalité
Crime(low)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur visibles
- Ne pas marcher seul la nuit dans les zones isolées
Terrorism(low)
- Aucun risque significatif rapporté
Transport
- Louer des véhicules avec chauffeur si non habitué
Natural risks(Risques d'ouragans saisonniers (juin-novembre))
- Suivre les alertes météo officielles
Health(Système de santé adéquat avec hôpital moderne en construction)
- Vaccins standards recommandés, assurance voyage obligatoire
Practical tips
- Enregistrer son voyage auprès du ministère des Affaires étrangères
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Boire de l'eau en bouteille
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center800-1,200
1-bedroom apartment in city center1,000-1,500
1-bedroom apartment in suburb600-1,000
3-bedroom apartment in city center1,800-2,800
3-bedroom apartment in suburb1,200-2,000
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal20-30
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant90-120
McDonald's menu10-15
Local beer (0.5L)5-7
Cappuccino4-6
Water (1.5L)2-3
Bread (500g)2-3
Milk (1L)3-4
Eggs (12)3-4
Chicken (1kg)8-10
Apples (1kg)6-8
Bananas (1kg)1-2
Transport
Public transport ticket1-2
Monthly transport subscription30-50
Taxi ride (start)5-10
Taxi (1km)2-3
Gasoline (1L)1.20-1.50
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)50-80
Tennis court (1h weekend)20-30
Cinema10-15
Theater20-30
Health
General practitioner consultation50-80
Dentist consultation80-120
Antibiotic medications10-20
Cold medications (6 days)15-30
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)50-80
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)30-50
Public services for 85m² apartment100-150
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)50-70
Nike sports shoes80-120
International primary school (monthly)500-800
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage230V, 240V
Frequency60Hz
Plug typesType A, Type B
Emergency numbers
Police911
Ambulance911
Fire department911
Practical information
Driving side
Left
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants