Travel Facts
US State Dept Travel Advisory
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html
Passport/Visa Requirements
U.S. citizens do not need a passport or visa to enter Puerto Rico1. The passport and visa requirements for Puerto Rico are the same as for entering the USA2. US travelers visiting Puerto Rico must carry a piece of government-issued photo ID
US Embassy/Consulate
N/A
LGBTQIA+ Travelers
Telephone Code
787, 939
Local Emergency Phone
911
Vaccinations
The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Puerto Rico: typhoid, hepatitis A, polio, chikungunya, rabies, hepatitis B, influenza, COVID-19, pneumonia, meningitis, chickenpox, shingles, Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR).
http://www.who.int/
Climate
Tropical marine, mild; little seasonal temperature variation
Currency (Code)
US $ (USD)
Electricity/Voltage/Plug Type(s)
120 V / 60 Hz / plug types(s): A, B
Major Languages
Spanish, English
Major Religions
Roman Catholic, Protestant, and other
Time Difference
UTC-4 (1 hour ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Potable Water
Yes
International Driving Permit
Suggested for non-US citizens.
Road Driving Side
Right
Tourist Destinations
El Yunque National Rainforest; Old San Juan & El Morro Castle; Cabo Roho Lighthouse; Coamo Thermal Hot Springs; Bioluminescent Mosquito Bay; Fort San Cristobal
Major Sports
Baseball, boxing, basketball, volleyball
Cultural Practices
A handshake, with direct eye contact and a welcoming smile is standard.
Tipping Guidelines
Tipping 15-20% of the total bill for restaurant staff is appropriate.
Souvenirs
Vejigante festival masks, cigars, coffee, rum, woven straw items, carved santos figures, stringed instruments, mundillo lace
Traditional Cuisine
Arroz con gandules — a one-pot dish consisting of yellow rice, pigeon peas, and sofrito (a sauce made with green peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic, red pepper, cilantro, and coriander); may also be garnished with pork, bacon, chorizo, or olives
Please visit the following links to find further information about your desired destination.
World Health Organization (WHO) - To learn what vaccines and health precautions to take while visiting your destination.
US State Dept Travel Information - Overall information about foreign travel for US citizens.
To obtain an international driving permit (IDP). Only two organizations in the US issue IDPs:
American Automobile Association (AAA) and American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA)
How to get help in an emergency?
Contact the nearest US embassy or consulate, or call one of these numbers:
from the US or Canada - 1-888-407-4747 or from Overseas - +1 202-501-4444
Page last updated: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
