Money and duty free for Anguilla
Currency and Money
Currency information
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD; symbol EC$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of EC$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of EC$1, and 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Note: The EC Dollar is tied to the US Dollar.
Credit cards
American Express and Visa are widely accepted in hotels and restaurants or shops accustomed to serving tourists.
ATM
ATMs are available in at the airport, several banks in The Valley and at certain shopping malls.
Travellers cheques
To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
Banking hours
Mon-Thurs 0800-1500, Fri 0800-1700.
Currency restrictions
The import of local and foreign currency is unlimited provided it is declared upon arrival. The export of local and foreign currency is limited to the amount imported and declared.
Anguilla duty free
Overview
The following goods may be imported into Anguilla without incurring customs duty:
• 200 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco.
• 1.14L of wine or spirits.
• 114ml of perfume.
• Gifts to the value of EC$50 per adult and EC$25 per child under 18 (residents of Anguilla returning after at least 72 hours away).
Duty-free allowances are subject to change, sometimes at short notice due to policy updates or external factors. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should verify current allowances with official customs authorities before departure. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these regulations.
Banned Imports
Prohibited imports to Anguilla include drugs, firearms and obscene material.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
