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You must have a valid passport with you to enter Turks and Caicos. Upon arrival, you will need to fill out an immigration form. Moreover, the head of each family will also be required to complete a customs form (C105). If you are travelling with people that are not family-related, each one of them will…

Even though weather in Providenciales is mild year-round, there are some factors to take into consideration when deciding on the period of your stay. The hurricane season lasts from June to September, and that's when some of the local establishments choose to close, but those who decide to stay open usually offer lower rates, especially…

The Providenciales International Airport (PLS) is the only airport on the island featuring flights by international companies, mainly coming from North America but also from the United Kingdom, Canada, Cuba, Bahamas and Jamaica. There will be immigration and customs landing cards to fill out after your landing, then you'll be able to rent a car…

Providenciales does not have any organised public transportation service. Beware of the illegal 'jitney' taxis that have taken this role, as they usually charge steep prices and do not drive safely. If you want to travel around Providenciales, car rentals and taxis are much better options.

Most taxis in Providenciales are metered and there's a fixed rate for distances, but it is advised to always to ask the full cost of your trip before departure. The Sea Breeze Taxi and Tours company offers, other than their regular cab service, airport drop-offs and pick-ups, sightseeing tours and nightlife excursions, as well as…

Most pharmacies tend to open at around 9am, with closing time varying between 7pm to 8pm, and they tend not to be open on Sundays. Flamingo Pharmacy 102 Leeward Highway, Providenciales +1 649 941 4527 Island Pharmacy Windward Road, Five Cays Settlements, Providenciales +1 649 946 4150

The Providenciales Post Office is located near the airport, in the Downtown, while another mailbox can be found in the Regent Village car park in Grace Bay. Stamps can be purchased from many gift shops found commonly in the Grace Bay area, as well as at the Post Office itself.

Country Code: +1 649

The standard voltage is 120 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. AC power sockets are of type A (2 pins) and B (3 pins).