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Banks
Bank of Nevis
Bank of Nova Scotia
First Caribbean International Bank
Nevis Credit Union
RBTT Royal Bank of Trinidad and Tobago
St. Kitts-Nevis National Bank
Banks are open Monday-Thursday 8am-2pm; Friday 8am-4pm
ATM 24 Hour Service (Cirrus and Plus Systems generally accepted):
Bank of Nevis, Ltd.
Bank of Nova Scotia
First Caribbean International Bank
National Bank
Vance W Amory Airport (open when airport is open)
RBTT - Royal Bank of Trinidad and Tobago
Nevis Cooperative Credit Union
Cable TV
About 70 stations are available, including pay movie stations (HBO, Cinemax, The Movie Channel and Disney) for about $70 US per month for full package. Different tiers are available.
Radio Stations
Von Radio 860 AM - www.vonradio.com
Radio Paradise (Christian) 820 AM - www.radioparadiseonline.com
Choice 105.3 FM - www.choicefm1053.com
Churches
There are a number of different churches on Nevis. Worship services are primarily held on Sundays and Saturdays but some churches do meet during the week for prayer and bible services. Any of the churches warmly welcome visitors.
Credit Cards
Most hotels, restaurants, and businesses accept credit cards, but it's best to check ahead before relying on just credit cards. Bank ATM machines will give EC funds through some credit cards.
Economy
The economy of Nevis is based on tourism, agriculture, fishing, and International Financial Services. http://www.nevisfinance.com. The government is a significant employer in Nevis as public employment is expanded to provide jobs for its people. With the surge in up-market tourism, the private sector is expected to be the dominant employer of its human resource. Tourism development plays a major role in the economic growth of the country.
Emergency Numbers
Dial 9-1-1.
Police 469-5391
Alexandra Hospital 469-5473
Fire Services 469-3444
Visa & Immigration Requirements
U.S. and Canadian citizens are required to present a passport with a photo ID to enter the island. Visitors may stay for a maximum of six months, but extensions may be requested at the immigration office in Charlestown. Visitors must enter with a return ticket. Departure tax when leaving the island is $20.50 US or $54 EC, which includes an environmental levy and airport security tax.
Citizens of some countries are not required to have visas in order to enter St. Kitts – Nevis. Please click here to view the complete list, apply for a visa, or for St. Kitts-Nevis Embassies.
Language & Education
The official language of the island is English. The island has a 98% literacy level and its CXC and GCE results are among the highest in the Caribbean.
Money
The East Caribbean (EC) dollar is used on Nevis which can be obtained at any bank. Most stores and businesses accept the US dollars or travellers cheques, but change will be given in E.C. Neither banks nor stores accept the US coins only paper bills. The exchange rate is fixed at US$1.00 = EC$2.68
Post Office
The General Post Office, located in Charlestown, is open Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Telephones
Nevis’ modern telecommunications system permits smooth and prompt telephone, facsimile, and Internet connections throughout the world. To make an overseas call, dial 1 or dial 3-5-5 and follow the instructions to making a call using a credit card. Phone cards for use locally or overseas are available through the Digicel and Lime, the telephone company. Other telephone companies in Nevis are Digicel and Chippi. Internet service is available through and Lime, the telephone company.
Internet Access
Nevis Historical & Conservation Society
Lime - Hunkin's Plaza, Charlestown 469-5000
Nevis Public Library - Prince William Street, Charlestown 469-5521
Downtown Cybercafe- Main Street, Charlestown 469-1999
Importation of Pets
Nevis is a rabies free island. Please help us keep it that way. Click here to see the guidelines for importing your pets.
Time Zone
Nevis is on Eastern Standard Time, but does not change for daylight savings.
Tipping
Service charge of 10% is generally included in restaurant bills, but it’s best to ask (and more is welcome, of course!). Hotels add 20% to their bills, including 10% service and 10% VAT.
Tourist Information
The Nevis Tourism Authority office is open Mon-Fri, 8:00-5 p.m. in Charlestown. Brochures about many of the island’s activities and businesses are available there. For information, call 1-869-469-7550 (local), 1-407-287-5204 (from the USA), 1-403-770-6697 (from Canada) or +44(1)305233107 (from the UK)
Travel Agencies
TDC Airlines Service (Nevis) Ltd. 869-469-5238/5302/5426
Email: tdcairlinesnev@caribsurf.com
Claxton Services 869-469-5099/5155 Email: claxtons@caribsurf.com
Utilities
Most hotels and homes use 110 volts but 220 lines are sometimes available. Check with your hotel to be sure.
Water
Drinking water is pure and safe to drink, but if you are sensitive to food and water changes, you may prefer commercially bottled water. Bottled water is sold in stores, restaurants, and hotels. Boiling water is recommended when staying in homes that use cisterns for their water supply.
Local Etiquette
Leave bikinis, bare chests, and bare feet for the beach only. Dress tastefully when out in public.
Before taking photographs of residents, it’s respectful to ask their permission. Do this when photographing people, their children, and their personal property, including their homes.
Join in with the local ritual of saying “good morning” and “good afternoon” even to total strangers.
Dress for dinner is generally “casually elegant.” Jackets and ties are not required for men at any of the restaurants.
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