Grenada Country Report

Grenada is an island country and sovereign state in the Caribbean. It consists of the island of Grenada itself, the two sister islands Carriacou and Petit Martinique and four smaller islands. It is located 160km (100 miles) northeast of the coast of Venezuela. A leading producer of many different spices, Grenada is also known as the "Spice Island". It is a stable and developing Commonwealth state known to be a welcoming tourist destination, with tourism and agriculture as economic staples. The government seeks to attract foreign direct investment and encourages investors to enter and operate in virtually every facet of the economy. Primary threats to foreign travelers are from petty crime and environmental hazards, which include hurricanes and flooding. Transport and medical infrastructure are well developed by regional standards.

There are no conflict or terrorism threats. The main criminal threat in Grenada stems from opportunistic and petty crime. Protests and industrial actions occur sporadically on the main island, as economic concerns have often caused unionized workers to stage strikes. The disruption from these events has typically been minimal, and foreigners are not directly targeted.

There are no major concerns regarding air travel in the country.

Most main roads in Grenada are reasonably well maintained and remain in an adequate condition year-round. However, secondary roads as well as principal roads on smaller islands are often narrow and feature potholes or other forms of deterioration.

Ports in Grenada are considered efficient.

There are no issues with the supply of basic utilities on the main island as well as on populated secondary islands.

The Grenadan government is not believed to engage in cyber attacks, nor does it have a particularly sophisticated infrastructure to thwart them.

Most tropical storm activity bypasses Grenada to its north. However, on rare occasions, tropical systems have directly hit the islands and caused widespread damage; hurricane season generally lasts from June through November, with activity peaking by September. Pollution is not generally an issue on Grenada because of its small size. However, certain beaches, especially those near St. George's and other settlements, may be affected by runoff after rainstorms. Mild earthquakes occur, though there are never reports of significant damage.

Officials have noted local transmission of mosquito-borne viruses such as dengue and Zika, which pose a relatively low threat to travelers. Vaccines before travel are also required, for example, for yellow fever. Healthcare in Grenada will be able to sufficiently address general patient needs, though more specialized services will likely require travel or medical evacuation. Pharmacies are adequately stocked on the main island, although pharmacies on secondary islands will be more limited in their numbers and offerings. Tap water is not considered safe for drinking unless otherwise directed.

Corruption is present and is a moderate impediment to the islands' development, although rule of law is generally reliable. There are no major concerns regarding the stability of Grenada's political system.