Time Difference
United Kingdom is five hours ahead of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines where they currently observe Atlantic Standard Time (AST) all year. Daylight Saving Time has never been used here and the clocks do not change.
Money
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), which is a regional currency shared among members of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU). The US dollar is also accepted in many hotels and some shops, as well as major credit cards. You can also find that ATM machines are available in major cities and towns. Banking hours are generally from 8am to 3pm on Monday to Thursday and until 5pm on Fridays.
Electricity
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines operates on a 110/230V supply voltage and there are three associated plug types, types A, B and G, which means that you will not need a converter or transformer but just a travel adaptor.
Shops and Amenities
Shops in Saint. Vincent & the Grenadines tend to open at around 8am and close at 4pm. On Saturdays most shops close at 1pm, with very few open on Sundays.
Media
Searchlight is one of two newspapers in the country that publish both in print and online, with the other being Vincentian covering travel, politics, history, entertainment, jobs, music, movies and more. As for television, Saint. Vincent & the Grenadines enjoy countless channels covering everything from news to sport.
Post
Post offices are usually open from 8am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, 8am to 11.30pm on Saturday and closed on Sunday.
Phone
To call United Kingdom from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines dial 011 - 44 - Area Code - Land Phone Number - 10 Digit Mobile Number.
Internet and Mobile Coverage
In Saint. Vincent & the Grenadines most areas have good Wi-Fi coverage and 3G/4G signal. There are two mobile operators offering prepaid services: Digicel St Vincent & the Grenadines. Flow St Vincent & the Grenadines, with good coverage throughout.
Currency
Eastern Caribbean dollar.
