Best time to go to Antigua
The best time to visit Antigua depends on how hot you like your holidays. Believe it or not, January is the ‘chilliest’ time to go, with a nippy average of 25°C. By June and July, we’re talking early thirties. Tropical downpours aren’t uncommon in the Caribbean, and October is when you can expect most of them. But this island is known to be drier than its neighbours, and the humidity is a little lower, too. If you fancy a snorkelling session, hop on a plane in August – this is when the sea’s at its warmest.Passports and Visas
British Passport holders don’t need a visa to visit Antigua. Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Antigua. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/antigua-and-barbuda/entry-requirements.Just so you know, you’ll need to pay a Tourism Guest Levy when you check in to your hotel in Antigua. The government of Antigua and Barbuda introduced the levy to support local efforts to preserve the environment, and the charge is US $5 per person, per night. You can pay in cash or by card.
Don't forget to arrange your travel money and insurance before you go.
Health and safety
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. For the latest health and safety information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/antigua-and-barbuda/entry-requirementsTravel Aware
Travel Aware – Staying Safe and Healthy Abroad
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and National Travel Health Network and Centre have up-to-date advice on staying safe and healthy abroad.
See gov.uk/travelaware and follow @FCDOtravelGovUK on Twitter and Facebook.com/FCDOtravel – for the latest general FCDO travel advice, including coronavirus travel guidance, security and local laws, and passport and visa information.
See gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice – for FCDO travel advice about individual destinations.
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See Travel Aware page – for travel advice from First Choice.
See travelhealthpro.org.uk – for current travel health news.
The advice can change so check regularly for updates.