Antigua and Barbuda – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions Advisory Issued May 20, 2026

There are no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

Exercise normal precautions in Antigua and Barbuda.

Advisory Summary

Antigua and Barbuda is generally a safe destination for travelers.

• Antigua and Barbuda regularly experiences hurricanes. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Antigua and Barbuda.
• Review our Travel Guidance for Antigua and Barbuda to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

If you decide to travel to Antigua and Barbuda:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
• Review the Country Security Report for the Eastern Caribbean.
• Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Antigua and Barbuda.
• Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
• We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.

Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/antigua-and-barbuda-travel-advisory.html
Originally Published: May 20, 2026