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Montserrat

🇲🇸Montserrat Visa 2026: Entry Requirements

North America· Updated 10/10/2026

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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology

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Information

Capital

Plymouth (de jure), Brades (de facto)

Population

4,325

Currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD EC$)

Languages

English

Continent

North America

Calling code

+1664

Timezone

America/Montserrat

Area

102 km²

Government

Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom

National day

July 10 - Montserrat Independence Day

Internet domain

.ms

About

Montserrat is a British Overseas Territory in the eastern Caribbean. Devastated by the 1995 Soufrière Hills volcanic eruption, it is now centered around Brades after Plymouth's destruction. The economy relies heavily on UK aid and the public sector.

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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.

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Safety

Risk level:Overall risk level low to moderate, with vigilance for volcanic and natural hazards.

Risk areas

Volcanic exclusion zone (south of the island) - Active volcanic eruption

Crime(Low)

  • Avoid wearing visible valuables
  • Stay vigilant in tourist areas

Terrorism(Low)

  • Negligible risk, no specific threats reported

Transport

  • Drive carefully, especially at night

Natural risks(High volcanic risk in the south; seasonal hurricanes (June-November))

  • Follow alerts from the Montserrat Volcano Observatory
  • Prepare an evacuation plan

Health(Limited healthcare system, basic care available)

  • Recommended vaccines: hepatitis A/B, typhoid
  • Travel insurance covering medical evacuation

Practical tips

  • Register your trip with foreign authorities
  • Follow volcanic restrictions
  • Plan for water and food supplies

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Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio in the city centre$550 – $850
1-bedroom apartment in the city centre$700 – $1,100
1-bedroom apartment outside the centre$500 – $800
3-bedroom apartment in the city centre$1,300 – $2,200
3-bedroom apartment outside the centre$1,000 – $1,600

Food

Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$15
Meal for two at a mid-range restaurant$90
McDonald’s meal or equivalent$13
Local beer (0.5 L, in a bar)$5
Cappuccino$4.50
Bottled water (1.5 L)$3
Bread (500 g)$5
Milk (1 L)$4
Eggs (12)$7
Chicken fillets (1 kg)$14
Apples (1 kg)$7
Bananas (1 kg)$2.50

Transport

Public transport, one way$1.85
Taxi, starting fare$10
Taxi, per km$3
Petrol (1 L)$1.60

Leisure

Gym (monthly membership)$60
Tennis court (1 h at the weekend)$15

Health

GP consultation$60
Dentist consultation$70
Antibiotics (one pack)$20
Cold medicine (6 days)$15

Others

Home internet (60 Mbps or more, monthly)$90
Mobile plan (calls + 10 GB, monthly)$45
Utilities for an 85 m² home (monthly)$300
Levi’s 501 jeans or similar$80
Nike sports shoes$130

Indicative prices in USD in Brades · estimated in October 2026

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Practical information

Electricity

Voltage220V, 240V
Frequency60Hz
Plug typesType A, Type B

Emergency numbers

Police999
Ambulance999
Fire department999

Practical information

Driving side

Left

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

10-15% in restaurants

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a visa to travel to Montserrat?▾

The entry regime for Montserrat is not yet documented nationality by nationality on IziVisas. Check with a consular post before booking.

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Is it dangerous to travel to Montserrat?▾

The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall risk level low to moderate, with vigilance for volcanic and natural hazards.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.

What currency is used in Montserrat?▾

The official currency is Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD EC$). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.

What is the capital of Montserrat?▾

The capital of Montserrat is Plymouth (de jure), Brades (de facto). The main spoken languages are: English.

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