Anguilla Entry Policy Explained

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Anguilla Entry Process

Visas of various kinds are available for Anguilla. Unless an individual belongs to a group that is exempt from visa requirements, they will need an Anguilla visa even if they are transiting through the country. The Anguilla Digital Nomad Visa is an entry visa that gives visitors the choice of single or multiple entries allowing visitors entry for business or pleasure.

Foreign nationals may apply for short-term visas to Anguilla (eVisa or by applying at the embassy) for brief travel, business, cultural, and other needs. Additionally, they can get a visa through the closest British embassy or consulate. Belongers (native-born Caribbean persons) or non-Anguillans who work in Anguilla and need a visa to re-enter the country when they travel are granted visas in Anguilla.

[Belonger is someone who is allowed special rights because they have deep ties to a certain overseas location, typically through ancestry.]

 The following fees apply to Anguilla Entry Clearance visas:

• 140.00 EC for a single-entry visa
• 250.00 EC for a multiple-entry visa

EC= East Caribbean Dollar

Travel Permits

Belongers, as well as Anguillians who require a temporary travel document instead of a passport are granted temporary travel permits. However, it is recommended that everyone should possess a passport.

• A birth certificate, two passport pictures, and a 2.00 EC stamp is required of applicants.
• The permit is valid for admission into Anguilla as well as travel around the Caribbean.
• 50.00 EC is required as processing fees.

Identity Certificate

Certificates of Identity are issued to Non-Anguillians or Belongers who require a temporary travel document instead of a passport. The holder’s nationality is unaffected in any manner by this document.

• A birth certificate and two photos are required from applicants.
• There is a processing fee of 50.00 EC.

It is customary that individuals who need visas to enter Anguilla do so beforehand at the British Embassy or High Commission office that is closest to them. Visitors are advised tU.K.consult the U.K. visa policy for additional details on Anguilla’s visa requirements.

Visa Free Entry

It is not necessary to apply for an Anguilla visa to enter the country if visitors possess a United States Green Card, a British Visa, an American Visa, or a Canadian Visa. A valid passport from the visitor’s country of origin is required. All documents, however, must be legitimate. It is not necessary to apply for a visa to enter Anguilla if visitors U.Kready have one from the U.K. Travelers entering Anguilla on diplomatic passports U.K.e exempt from needing a U.K. visa.

Britain

Visitors from the United Kingdom do not require an Anguilla visa, although lodging must be arranged before the trip. Entry will be permitted for three months.U.K.nguilla accepts U.K. emergency travel documents for entry and exit. When leaving Anguilla by air or boat for either French St. Martin or Dutch St. Maarten, a departure tax must be paid at the airport or ferry terminal.

The price an individual pays may vary depending on the age and whether he/she is leaving Anguilla for a short vacation or a longer one. They may also need to pay a departure tax if they are going to the nearby islands of Dutch St. Maarten or French St. Martin or somewhere else.

United States

American citizens must enter AnguU.S. with a valid U.S. passport. If American travelers have a ticket for their next destination or a return ticket, a reservation confirmation, and documentation proving their ability to support themselves, then they do not need a visa for Anguilla.

For the most recent visa information, visitors must check with the British Embassy. In general, all Americans who travel to AU.S.lla must provide a current U.S. passport as well as evidence of their intended departure from the island. This covers passengers coming by sea or private aircraft.

Another document that complies with the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) may be used by cruise passengers heading to Anguilla. However, it is firmly advised that travelers should carry their passports before leaving in case of an unanticipated situation that forces cruise passengers to exit and fly home.

Canada

Canadian citizens do not need tourist, student, or business visas to visit Anguilla. Travelers could be required to present a return or onward ticket to customs officers. Canadian travelers must have a passport that is valid for at least three months after the day they want to depart Anguilla. When traveling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document, different entrance requirements can be necessary. Canadian visitors must check with the nearest embassy for the trip before departing for Anguilla.

Anguilla eVisa

Visitors from qualifying nations can apply for the Anguilla eVisa. They can experience the rich legacy, vibrant culture, magnificent beaches, and landscapes of Anguilla. By submitting an online application, verifying payment, and printing the visa, applicants can obtain a visa in these three simple steps. Processing of eVisa takes 8 to 10 business days.

Passport Validity

The passport must be valid for at least six months after the date of arrival in Anguilla for a visitor or resident.

International Airport

Before July 4, 2010, Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport-then known as Wallblake Airport-served Anguilla. The airport’s main runway is 5,462 feet long, and it can handle medium-sized aircraft. Local airlines provide connections to many other Caribbean islands via regional scheduled passenger services. Anguilla also launched its first-ever regular international commercial jeU.S.rvice trip to and from the U.S. mainland in December 2021.

Anguilla has also witnessed a turning point in its aviation history when American Eagle, acting on behalf of American Airlines, started a nonstop Embraer 175 regional jet service from Miami. The airport is currently striving to draw more international airlines.

Tradewind Aviation and Cape Air are two additional airlines that currently fly regularly to San Juan, Puerto Rico, from the airport. The airport is served by a number of other small airlines as well. The airport can accommodate large narrow-body aircraft like the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320. A new private jet terminal is being currently built to accommodate the increased number of private jet flights.

Protection and Safety

Travelers are advised to never trust strangers with food or drink if it is left unsupervised. Be cautious while taking snacks, drinks, gum, or cigarettes from strangers. American citizens are not specifically targeted for crime in the Eastern Caribbean islands. However, there are sporadic instances of opportunity crimes like petty theft, burglary, and car break-ins, as well as violent crimes, including murder, assault, robbery, shootings, and crimes involving drugs.

The following checklist must be adhered to when an individual is on a vacation in Anguilla:

• Never leave valuables unattended in public spaces, on beaches, in hotel rooms, or in rental properties with unprotected doors.
• Avoid going for a solo stroll, especially at night, on the beach, or in remote areas.
• Go out with friends and limit the nighttime activities to well-known, respected, safe places.
• Avoid journeys with strangers and always use cabs with clear markings.
• Follow well-lit, well-traveled routes only.
• Keep valuable electronics, dazzling jewelry, and cash were hidden.
• Be careful of the surroundings. If individuals notice anything weird, they must call the police right away.
• Shopping in busy places requires extra vigilance, especially during the holiday season.
• When attending crowded gatherings, celebrations, music festivals, etc., proceed with extra caution.
• Be unpredictable; change up the everyday schedules and itineraries.
• Visitors must not do something that is against the law.

 Airlines that Operate in The Country

Tradewind Aviation, Seaborne Airlines, LIAT, Sky High Aviation, Anguilla Air Services, Trans Anguilla Airways, Air Sunshine, and RSI are airlines that operate within the country.

How to Apply for Embassy Visa for Tourism?

Visas to enter Anguilla can be obtained at British embassies and consulates. Applicants can simply follow the below-mentioned steps to obtain an Anguilla visa:

• Travelers must visit the closest embassy to obtain a visa for Anguilla
• Applicants must complete the Anguilla application form
• Visitors must present their passport and the necessary documentation, pay the fee, and submit it to the embassy
• Applicants will receive an email notifying them of the outcome of the visa application for Anguilla
• Thereon, applicants need to pick up the passport at the Anguilla embassy
• Visitors can then visit Anguilla and stay there freely as long as their visa allows

 Required Documents

• Travel Schedule
• Filled-out visa application form (if applicable) 
• Passport or another official travel document with at least six months of remaining validity on the date of travel
• Additionally, a passport must have at least two pages free of any markings for visa purposes.
• Reservations for a round-trip flight to Anguilla under travel bookings
• Hotel reservations made for the duration of stay in Anguilla

Can An Individual Extend the Visa?

To extend the stay, applicants need to fill out an application form called "Application for Extension for Stay" for Anguilla. Travelers must keep in mind that deportation or legal action may result from any false information. Thus, they must carefully fill out the extension for stay form. However, it is not possible to extend the Anguilla digital nomad visa. Individuals must apply for a new one to continue on the island after its expiration date.

Arriving in Anguilla

Anguilla is a wonderful travel destination for people from all over the world and has year-round brilliant sunshine. Before the journey, travelers should make sure to research the latest health standards and Anguilla’s visa requirements.

If a visitor belongs to a country that requires a visa for Anguilla, they must ensure that they fulfill the visa requirements. For assistance with the application for a visa to Anguilla, applicants can get in touch with the regional embassy. Visitors should also review the current requirements for the Anguilla Entry Program before they make plans to travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

See Anguilla Visa Policy for a more in depth explanation of the regular visa process. This may include different visa types, steps behind completing an application, and processing times.