Send a parcel to the British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands are located to the east of Puerto Rico and comprise of around 60 different islands all of which range from different sizes. They trade in US dollars and have previously enjoyed a thriving economy. However, during the financial crisis which started in 2008, the country has been through troubled times.

Like many other Caribbean islands, The British Virgin Islands attracts large number international tourist visitors due to its tropical climate and surroundings although this has suffered a decline in recent years. Tourism often drives the need for international shipping services may be for documents, clothing or left behind items so we do offer a line up of courier services that you are able to book. 

DHL shipping to the British Virgin Islands

DHL offer Express delivery to the capital, Road Town, situated on the main island of Tortola and beyond. 

The shipping times are expected to take between two to four days on Express services due to the remote location of the Islands, whilst if the address is not near the capital it may take a day or two longer.

Customs Information for parcels going to the British Virgin Islands

Despite the British Virgin Islands is a British Overseas Territory, it is worth familiarising and complying with their customs rules. You can make contact via the following details-

2nd Floor Richard C. Stoutt Building Road Town, Tortola, VI
Telephone: 284- 468-3701 ext. 6800/2
Fax: 284-494-6906
Email: [email protected] 

For further information, you can try gov.uk page on the British Virgin Islands as at the time of writing the BVI website is down. 

What items are not allowed to be shipped to the British Virgin Islands?

At the time of writing these items were prohibited but please do check the latest list and the Parcel Monkey prohibited items list. 

• Base or counterfeit coins.
• All controlled drugs scheduled in the Drugs (Prevention of Misuse) ACT.
• All plants the importation of which is prohibited under the Plant Protection Ordinance
• All goods of which the import or export is prohibited or made an offence by any other law
• Such other goods as may be prescribed by the Governor from time to time 

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