What is the departure tax in Antigua?

Taxes: Antigua & Barbuda has a US$28.00 (EC$70.00) airport departure tax, a room tax of 8.5% and service charge of 10% (in lieu of tipping).

Is there a tourist tax in Antigua?

Service Charges & Tax ABST is an indirect tax and is levied at the rate of 15% on the value of a wide range of goods and services imported or supplied in Antigua and Barbuda by ABST-registered persons. The rate applied in to hotel accommodation is 12.5%.

Can you bring cigars into Antigua?

The duty free allowance is as follows: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco, 1 litre wine or spirits, 170ml (6ozs) perfume. Weapons of war and unprescribed drugs are prohibited.

How much cash can you take into Antigua?

Currency restrictions There are no limits on the import of local and foreign currency, provided it is declared upon arrival. Amounts exceeding the equivalent of US$10,000 need to be declared.

What is the best currency to use in Antigua?

What is the best currency to use in Antigua? Although USD is widely accepted in Antigua, the best currency to use in XCD.

How do you tip in Antigua?

Tipping is generally accepted at 10-15% depending on the service, and of course you can reward with more if you can afford it and feel your service has been outstanding. Some restaurants & hotels will automatically add a 10% gratuity.

Can you use US dollars in Antigua?

Money. The currency of Antigua and Barbuda is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$ or XCD). US dollars are widely accepted on the island, though you will usually be given change in EC dollars, and at a less favourable exchange rate.

Can I drink the tap water in Antigua?

DRINKING WATER The tap water on the island is relatively safe and if often used for ice cubes. That being said it can still cause upset stomachs due to the difference in composition to the water you would normally drink.

Are cigarettes cheap in Antigua?

Costs are very cheap. A pack of 20 cigs is around $EC7 (less than £2).

How much is a pint of beer in Antigua?

Cost of Living in Antigua And Barbuda

Restaurants	Edit
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course	275.00EC$
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)	22.50EC$
Domestic Beer (1 pint draught)	6.00EC$
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle)	8.00EC$

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Do I have to pay a departure tax when leaving Antigua?

There is no longer any need to pay a Departure Tax when leaving Antigua. I believe they have even closed down the booth at the Airport and staff have been reassigned to other roles.

Do you need to pay a departure tax to leave Cuba?

The question of where to pay the departure tax at the airport was just another concern that international travelers have to figure out. Do you need to pay a departure tax to leave Cuba? For many years, whenever you boarded a flight out of Cuba, you had to pay a fee of $25 per person at the airport.

How much does it cost to fly out of Cuba?

For many years, whenever you boarded a flight out of Cuba, you had to pay a fee of $25 per person at the airport. This sometimes caused problems for unaware tourists, since the fee had to be paid in Cuban money, and it had to be paid in cash. An unexpected charge is not a welcome surprise when you show up at the airport to fly home!

What are the rules for exporting money from Cuba?

Exceeding amounts must be declared and accompanied by a permit granting the legal export of the referred amount. Prohibited: Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC) and non-commercial sendings. No airport tax is levied on passengers upon embarkation at the airport.