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GENERAL

Capital

Cockburn Town (Grand Turk).

Geography

According to topschoolsintheusa, the overseas territory of Turks and Caicos, south of the Bahamas, is an archipelago with over 30 islands. There are two main groups of islands, each surrounded by a coral reef. Caicos, the larger of them, includes the islands of Providenciales, Middle Caicos (also called Grand Caicos), North Caicos, South Caicos, East Caicos, and West Caicos, as well as many small cays, some of which are inhabited. The group of Turks Islands is 35 km away and is separated by a wide canal. It consists of Grand Turk, Salt Cay and a number of smaller, uninhabited cays.

Government

British overseas territory since 1670, internal autonomy since 1962. Constitution of 1976. Legislative council with 19 members.

Head of state

Queen Elizabeth II, represented by Governor John Freeman, since October 2016.

Head of government

Rufus Ewing, since November 2012.

Electricity

110 V, 60 Hz. Many American sockets, therefore adapter necessary.

Time zone

Atlantic Standard Time: CET -5

GETTING THERE

Arriving by plane

Most of the flight services are offered by Turks & Caicos Airways (QW). British Airways (BA), American Airlines (AA), Bahamasair (UP), Skyking Airlines (RU) (Internet: www.skyking.tc) and Air Jamaica (JM) also fly to the islands.

The best connections from Europe are via Miami (USA) and from London via Nassau (Bahamas).

Departure fee

US $ 23, excluding children under 2 years of age. Security fee: US $ 5.

Arrival by ship

The main ports are Cockburn Harbor (South Caicos), Salt Cay, Grand Turk and Providenciales.

Some cruise lines, such as Carnival Cruise Lines (Internet: www.carnival.com) and Fred Olsen Cruises (Internet: www.fredolsencruises.com), sail to the islands.

You can rent boats and go to the Bahamas or Haiti.

ON THE GO

Traveling by plane

Turks & Caicos Airways (QW) flight services operate daily between all inhabited islands. Global Airways (Internet: www.globalairways.tc) offers charter flights.

On the way by car / bus

The road network covers over 120 km, around 20% of the roads are paved. Left-hand traffic.

Taxis can be found at most airports. You have to u. U. share a taxi with other passengers.

Car hire from local companies in Grand Turk, South Caicos, Providenciales and North Caicos as well as from international companies. A tax is levied on all rental cars. Motorbikes and bicycles can also be rented.

Documents: For a fee and presentation of an international or national driver’s license, you can obtain a temporary driver’s license.

Speed limits:
within built-up areas: 32 km / h
outside built-up areas: 64 km / h

On the way by ship

Limited connections between the coastal towns and the islands. Boats can be rented on most of the inhabited islands.

MONEY

Currency

1 US dollar = 100 cents. Currency abbreviation: US $, USD (ISO code). Banknotes are available in denominations of 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 US $. (The 2 US dollar banknote is extremely rare.) There are coins in denominations of US $ 1 and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.

Credit cards

MasterCard and Visa are accepted almost everywhere. Cash can be withdrawn using a credit card at some ATMs. Details from the issuer of the credit card in question.
ATMs

ec / Maestro card / Sparcard

Attention: Travelers who pay abroad with their bank customer card and want to withdraw money should find out about the possibilities of using their card from their bank before starting their journey.

Bank opening times

Mon-Thu 8.30 a.m.-2.30 p.m., Fri 8.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m. and 2.30 p.m.-4.30 p.m.

Foreign exchange regulations

No restrictions

Currency Exchange

Foreign currencies of all kinds are exchanged in banks and exchange offices. When traveling outside the main island of Providenciales, you should stock up on enough cash, as it is difficult to find exchange options here.

LANGUAGE

Overview

The official language is English.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

DUTY-FREE SHOPPING

Overview

The following articles can be imported duty-free on the Turks and Caicos Islands (people over 18 years):

200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 125 g of tobacco products;
1 liter of spirits or 2 liters of wine.

Import regulations

Firearms may only be imported with special permission.

Prohibited imports

Drugs, pornographic products.

ECONOMY

Business etiquette

Casual, relaxed atmosphere also in business circles. Best time to travel on business: April to October.

Business hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Economy

Providenciales Chamber of Commerce (Chamber of Commerce)
PO Box 361, Providenciales
Tel: 649 231 21 10
Internet: www.provochamber.com

Business contacts

Providenciales Chamber of Commerce (Chamber of Commerce)
PO Box 361, Providenciales
Tel: 649 231 21 10
Internet: www.provochamber.com

COMMUNICATION

Phone

International direct dialing. The communication network is provided by Cable & Wireless (WI) Ltd. operated. There is a 10% tax on all calls. Public card phones are on all islands.

Cellphone

GSM 850. Cellular network operated by Cable & Wireless West Indies Ltd. (Turks & Caicos). Cell phones can be rented on site.

Internet

Main provider: Cable & Wireless (Internet: www.tciway.tc or www.tcimall.tc). Internet access for the public is available from Internet kiosks on the islands (e.g. at the airport) and from CompTCI and The Computer Guy branches. There is an internet café in Ports of Call.

Post Office

The main post office is in Grand Turk. Offices are located on South Caicos, Salt Cay and Providenciales. Post office opening times: Mon-Thu 8 a.m.-4.30 p.m., Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Postage stamps are available in stores where postcards can be purchased. Hotel receptions accept letters for a tip of around US $ 1. Airmail shipments to Europe take around 4 weeks.

Radio

Since the use of shortwave frequencies changes several times over the course of a year, it is advisable to contact Deutsche Welle customer service directly (Tel: (+49) (0228) 429 32 08. Internet: www.dw-world.de) to request.

SHOP

Overview

Baskets, seashells, shell jewelry, sponges, batiks and T-shirts.

NIGHTLIFE

Introduction

There are a few small night clubs and discos. The hotels often organize beach parties and other entertainment programs. Events are often announced on the radio by the local broadcaster.

CULINARY

CULTURE

Religion

18% Anglicans, 16% Methodists, 40% Baptists and other Christians.

Social rules of conduct

You shake hands in greeting. Hospitality is a matter of course. If you are invited home by one of the friendly islanders, you should return the favor with a return invitation. Small gifts from the home of the visitor are gladly accepted. Casual attire is appropriate for most occasions; Swimwear should only be worn on the beach. Tipping: Tipping is not expected in hotels as 10-15% service charge is added to all bills. 10-15% is common in restaurants.

CLIMATE

Best travel time

Tropical climate, the trade winds bring welcome cooling. Temperatures are usually around 28 ° C during the day and 24 ° C at night. The nights can also be chilly at times.

COUNTRY DATA

Area code +1 649 Area (square km) 948 Population 50 280 Population density (per square km) 53 Population in 2015 Member of the EU No main emergency number 911