Turks & Caicos Fast Facts

International Dialing Code:

The International dialing code is 649

Time Zone:

Eastern Standard Time (GMT-4)

Currency:

The currency used is the US dollar.

Language:

English is the official language of Turks & Caicos.

Electricity:

Electricity is 120 volts, 60 cycles, AC.

Taxes:

10% Service Charge (applicable at restaurants and hotels)
10-15% Hotel tax

Tipping:

10% to 15% service charge is often automatically added on to your bill.
15% gratuity for restaurants
10-15% tip to taxi drivers

Pets:

To bring a pet onto the islands all you need is a signed veterinary certificate (must be dated within 1 month of travel) stating that the animal is free of contagious or infectious disease and up-to-date on his or her rabies and distemper vaccinations. There is no quarantine period for incoming pets.