United States Virgin Islands Country Report
The US Virgin Islands (USVI) consist of three principal islands within the greater Caribbean region: St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John. Both St. Croix and St. Thomas see notably elevated levels of crime as compared with US mainland averages. However, all three islands' distance from the US mainland decreases the terrorism risk commensurately. Road networks, while adequate, are often in disrepair and may be unpaved. Medical facilities and pharmaceutical offerings will compare unfavourably to those on the US mainland, but medical evacuation will generally not be required except in cases of extreme emergency.
As part of the greater Caribbean archipelago, the USVI lie well within the hurricane belt and have an elevated storm risk, specifically between the months of June and November. The territory was devastated by the passages of Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, but has recovered to largely normal operations since then. The islands' climate can also be quite hot and humid, leading to a risk of dehydration and/or heat stroke. Earthquakes are commonly felt within the territory, these are usually of low-to-moderate intensity but have the potential to be stronger.
The EU currently considers the US Virgin Islands to be a tax haven and has added the islands to its blacklist, limiting certain funding mechanisms from EU sources.
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Health and Medical
Healthcare facilities in the US Virgin Islands are adequate for the majority of medical needs. Serious or complex medical emergencies will likely require medical evacuation. Tap water is considered safe for drinking unless otherwise specified.