Do you go through customs coming from St. Thomas?


Do you go through customs coming from St. Thomas? Now you may be wondering why you have to go through Customs & Border Patrol if the US Virgin Islands are part of the United States. The reason is because we are outside of the “customs territory.” Therefore we have to pass through and answer some relative quick and easy questions.


What are the rules for going through customs?

Customs Action Steps
  • Complete the Customs Declaration Form while on the flight.
  • Ask questions to your flight attendant or traveling companions as needed.
  • Declare any goods you have with you that might have restrictions, and/or goods you purchased in country when returning to your home country.


Does St Thomas have global entry?

The Global Entry Centers located on the islands of St. Croix and St. Thomas are characterized as Enrollment on Arrival or EOA centers. This status differs from traditional enrollment centers, which explains why these particular centers are not listed on the Global Entry application website.


Are there 2 airports in St. Thomas?

The main airport is Cyril E. King Airport located in St Thomas. There is also a smaller airport in St Croix's called Henry E. Rohlsen Airport.


What is the safest British Virgin island?

Montserrat. Nicknamed “The Emerald Isle of the Caribbean” both for its terrain and the heritage of its inhabitants, Montserrat is a British territory in the Leeward Islands and it is considered to be the safest island in the Caribbean, with its last recorded murder occurring in 2008.


Do I need a visa for St. Thomas from UK?

British nationals do not need a visa to visit the BVI.


Do you go through customs before or after baggage claim?

Baggage claim is usually after customs when a person arrives from an international flight at an airport. This is because customs is responsible for inspecting the items that you are bringing into the country, and they need to do this before you can collect your luggage.


Does customs go through your luggage?

Yes, customs officials have the authority to open and inspect luggage when you are entering a country. Customs officials have the right to search your luggage, bags, and personal items to ensure that you are not carrying any prohibited or restricted items.


Do you go through customs after arrival?

When do you go through customs on international flights? Usually, you go through customs when you exit the airport at your final destination. However, if you have a layover in a different city in your destination country, you may need to go through customs before your connecting flight.