British Virgin Islands Bandiera della British Virgin Islands

Cartina geografica della British Virgin Islands

 General informations

Country Name

British Virgin Islands

Continent

Central America

Surface area

153 km²

Capital

Road Town

Population

28,054

Language

English

Currency

U.S. dollar

Time zone

-6hrs in relation to Italy

Area code for Italy

01139

Area code from Italy

0012

 Prevention

Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination is not required.

Hepatitis A and B

Hepatitis A is generally transmitted through contaminated food and water, or through close physical contact with an infected person, while hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infected body fluids and blood.

Rabies

Infection typically occurs through contact with the saliva of an infected animal, usually through bites, scratches or licks near open wounds or membranes (mouth, nose, eyes). The most common vectors are dogs and bats, but cases of infection in other domestic animals have also been reported.

Tetanus

Caused by toxins released by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, there is an endemic risk of contracting tetanus throughout the country.

 

Dengue,  Zika

These diseases are spread by mosquito bites and there is no vaccine. Therefore, it is important to take preventive measures by implementing behavioural prophylaxes.

Insect sting diseases

Chikungunya and West Nile virus are to be found in certain areas of the Caribbean. Transmitted by insect bites and with no vaccine, it is important to take preventive measures with behavioural prophylaxes.

The following vaccinations are strongly recommended as these diseases can be contracted anywhere in the world. Experts advise that you protect yourself and other travellers by making sure you are up-to-date with all of the recommended vaccinations. This will allow you to travel safely, while minimising the risk of exposure to infection.

 Territory and climate

The British Virgin Islands are an Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom belonging to the Greater Antilles Archipelago of which they occupy the easternmost part east of Puerto Rico. About 40 volcanic islands, only 15 of which are inhabited, are part of its territory; the largest is Tortola Island. The proximity to two tectonic strata means that the area is at seismic risk, with resulting tsunamis.

The climate is sub-tropical with stable temperatures throughout the year. Hurricanes are concentrated between June and November but are also possible at other times.

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