Do you go thru Customs in St Thomas?

If we are from the US and spend a week in St Thomas, we don’t have to go through customs to come home, right? Everyone must go through Customs. You should be there at least 2 1/2 hours before your flight out and you must have your Customs declaration filled out before you go through.

Do you have to go through Customs from the Virgin Islands?

U.S. Customs and Border Protection:

All passengers traveling from the U.S. Virgin Islands to the continental United States and Puerto Rico must prove their identity, and may be examined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers prior to boarding the plane.

Is a flight to St Thomas considered international?

St Thomas isn’t considered an international destination from the US.

How long does it take to clear Customs in St Thomas?

The USVIs have a porous border and many illegal aliens have been landed here – immigration check. It is also a free port and no duty is paid, so you may owe duty if you go over the allowable limits – customs. TSA takes 30-60 minutes. This is the security checkpoint that you are accustomed to in the 50 states.

Why do you have to go through Customs in U.S. Virgin Islands?

The reason you go through Customs is because the USVI is outside the Customs Territory of the United States (which I believe includes the US States, DC and Puerto Rico). 5. Re: Why do we go thru Customs? The USVIs are designated official Ports of Entry into the US.

Which is better St. Thomas or St. Croix?

Croix is objectively superior to the other regarding tourist destinations. They both have lovely beaches, great views, and historical landmarks. That said, St. Thomas has more adventure and thrilling types of attractions.

Can I use my tmobile phone in St Thomas?

St Thomas, USVI has three native T-Mobile LTE towers. Additionally, you may find yourself roaming on Innovative. This is handled as domestic roaming. If you have an Android phone you might want to install CellMapper and run it during your visit.

How early should you get to the St Thomas airport?

DO give yourself the three hour window. Our experience at the airport was a pleasant one. And the bar, restaurant and kiosks are open for food and beverage services. So, cut the stress out, get there early and skip the lines.

Can I text in St Thomas?

Yes Verizon texting is free on STT using the correct settings as you found. Our friend with Verizon could only text us, and we with ATT had the same service as in the states. We also use What’s App in conjunction with wifi when out of the states, but you can only communicate with others who have What’s App installed.

Does AT&T have coverage in St Thomas?

As stated earlier, ATT provides coverage in the US Virgin Islands. As long as you are connected to the ATT network (i.e. you see ATT on your phone), your plan covers you.

Does Verizon have coverage in St Thomas?

When traveling to St. Thomas and St. John you will be surprised to find that Verizon’s reliable network no longer applies when you get to the islands. In fact, the national carrier that has by far the best coverage on St.

Do I get charged for roaming on Verizon?

Domestic wireless roaming is free on all nationwide Verizon plans. That means your mobile device can connect to a non-Verizon network in the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Puerto Rico at no additional cost. Check your specific roaming policy before enabling roaming on a mobile phone.

Does Verizon Wireless work in US Virgin Islands?

US Virgin Islands is domestic. Text, Data, and Calls are all on your current US plan. Your device is good to go, just pick a plan. You can use your domestic talk, text and data in the selected destination(s) at no additional charge.

Does Verizon have coverage in the US Virgin Islands?

As a long time manager of a corporate Verizon mobile pool, there is no direct Verizon service in the USVI. Only AT&T and T-Mobile actually have towers. That being said, you get free “roaming” while in Puerto Rico or the USVI from Verizon.

Is Verizon free in Mexico?

Some of our Unlimited plans include talk, text and data while in Canada and Mexico. (Calls from the US to Canada and Mexico are also included for no extra cost). TravelPass and our Monthly International Plan can’t be used in non-covered countries or on cruise ships.

Should I turn roaming on or off?

Roaming charges can get expensive, so if you’re traveling outside your cellular plan’s coverage area (which generally means international travel), you might want to turn off data roaming on your Android device. Don’t worry about being left without internet.

How do I avoid roaming charges?

How do you stop your phone from roaming?
  1. Shut off your phone. It might be the relaxing vacation you need. …
  2. Turn off data roaming. …
  3. Turn off data and WiFi. …
  4. Get a travel plan/add-on. …
  5. Buy a local SIM card and prepaid plan before you go or when you arrive at your destination.

Can I use my cell phone in Mexico?

Almost all the main carriers, Verizon, Sprint, AT&T and T-Mobile, offer affordable and even free roaming in Mexico. However, they also all have older plans that offer extremely expensive roaming rates in Mexico. If you don’t ask for the cheaper plans, they certainly are not going to volunteer it.

Can you text from Mexico?

If you’re using your US number with international roaming, anyone texting you from the US will not be charged anything extra as it counts as a normal domestic message, but anyone texting you from Mexican numbers will pay their standard long distance rates.

Does Straight Talk work in Mexico?

Where can I call with the Straight Talk Unlimited International** Service Plan? You can make calls to mobile phones in Mexico, Canada, China, and India, as well as over 1,000 landline destinations.

Can I use my debit card in Mexico?

If you’re planning to travel to Mexico, you may be concerned with how you will access your funds to pay for expenses during your trip. You should be aware that credit and debit cards are not accepted in all establishments in Mexico.