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Saint Lucia

๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡จSaint Lucia

Americaยท Updated 06/03/2026

Information

Capital

Castries

Population

180,000

Currency

East Caribbean dollar (XCD EC$)

Languages

English, French creole

Continent

America

Calling code

+1758

Timezone

America/St_Johns

Area

616 kmยฒ

Government

Parliamentary constitutional monarchy

National day

22 February - Independence Day

Internet domain

.lc

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About

Saint Lucia is an island country in the eastern Caribbean, renowned for its volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and iconic Pitons. It is a sovereign Commonwealth nation with an economy driven by tourism and agriculture. The country is currently developing its first National Development Plan and Statistics Strategy.

Safety

Risk level :Overall moderate risk level, with urban crime and tourist thefts reported

Risk areas

Castries and Vieux Fort - Crime and thefts

Crime(Medium)

  • Avoid wearing visible valuables
  • Do not walk alone at night in urban areas

Terrorism(Low)

  • Negligible risk, stay vigilant

Transport

  • Use official taxis
  • Avoid public transportation late at night

Natural risks(Cyclone risks (June-November season) and active volcanoes)

  • Follow weather alerts
  • Prepare an evacuation plan

Health(Limited healthcare system, hospitals in Castries)

  • Hepatitis A/B vaccines, typhoid recommended
  • Comprehensive travel insurance mandatory

Practical tips

  • Register your trip with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Use bank ATMs in hotels
  • Protect against mosquitoes (dengue, Zika)

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center650
1-bedroom apartment in the city center850
1-bedroom apartment in the suburb600
3-bedroom apartment in the city center1600
3-bedroom apartment in the suburb1200

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal10
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurant50
McDonald's menu8
Local beer (0.5L)2.50
Cappuccino3.50
Water (1.5L)1.50
Bread (500g)2.50
Milk (1L)2.50
Eggs (12)4
Chicken (1kg)7
Apples (1kg)4
Bananas (1kg)2

Transport

Public transport ticket1.50
Monthly transport subscription40
Taxi ride (start)8
Taxi (1km)2
Gasoline (1L)1.40

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)40
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema10
Theater30

Health

General practitioner consultation50
Dentist consultation60
Antibiotic medications15
Cold medications (6 days)8

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)60
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)30
Public services for 85mยฒ apartment100
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)60
Nike sports shoes90
International primary school (monthly)800

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage220V, 240V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType A, Type G

Emergency numbers

Police999
Ambulance999
Fire department999

Practical information

Driving side

Left

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

10-15% in restaurants

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