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U.S. Virgin Islands national flag - official symbol of North America

Current Date And Time In U.S. Virgin Islands

Saturday, 01 August 2026
19:35:16 AST
Currency: United States dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (AST)
Population: 84,709

✈️ U.S. Virgin Islands - Travel Information


Complete travel intelligence for U.S. Virgin Islands — covering electrical plug types (Type A–O), voltage & frequency standards, emergency phone numbers, driving side, international dialing code, internet domain and key Human Development Index (HDI) indicators. A practical reference for corporate travellers, expatriates, supply chain professionals, electronics importers, logistics coordinators and international business professionals planning operations in U.S. Virgin Islands.

Why This Data Matters: Packing the wrong plug adapter or voltage converter can permanently damage equipment worth thousands of dollars. Calling the wrong emergency number costs critical response time. Not knowing which side of the road U.S. Virgin Islands drives on creates road safety risks. HDI scores, GDP per capita, life expectancy and literacy rates directly inform market entry decisions, workforce planning, investment risk assessment and strategic decision-making for businesses expanding into U.S. Virgin Islands.

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📊 Development & Social Indicators

life expectancy at birth 80.8 years, GDP per capita USD 44,321, unemployment rate 11.4%. Published annually by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), these socioeconomic indicators benchmark U.S. Virgin Islands's Human Development Index (HDI), quality of life, workforce readiness and consumer market potential. Business analysts, market research teams and investment strategists use this data for market entry analysis, workforce planning and location intelligence when evaluating U.S. Virgin Islands as an operational or investment destination.

IndicatorValueCategory / Note
👤 Life Expectancy80.8 yearsAverage years at birth
💼 Unemployment Rate11.4%As % of labour force
💰 GDP per Capita$44,321USD, current prices

🚗 Driving & General Info

U.S. Virgin Islands uses Left-hand traffic — always confirm driving side in U.S. Virgin Islands before renting a car, booking a self-drive hire or dispatching a company vehicle fleet. This section also covers U.S. Virgin Islands's time zone -04:00, country calling code +1-340 (exit prefix 011) and country internet domain .VI. Practical data for corporate travellers, expats, car rental operators, logistics teams and international business professionals managing cross-border operations in U.S. Virgin Islands.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-04:00
📞 Country Calling Code+1-340
☎️ International Exit Prefix011
🌐 Internet Domain.VI

✈️ How Far Is U.S. Virgin Islands From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from U.S. Virgin Islands to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)2,636 km1,638 mi~ 3h 51m
Toronto (Canada)3,125 km1,942 mi~ 4h 26m
Los Angeles (United States)5,536 km3,440 mi~ 7h 16m
London (United Kingdom)6,686 km4,154 mi~ 8h 37m
Paris (France)6,829 km4,243 mi~ 8h 47m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,933 km7,415 mi~ 14h 47m
Tokyo (Japan)13,476 km8,374 mi~ 16h 36m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,890 km8,631 mi~ 17h 05m
Sydney (Australia)16,046 km9,970 mi~ 19h 38m
Singapore (Singapore)17,502 km10,875 mi~ 21h 20m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for U.S. Virgin Islands is set to Atlantic Standard Time (AST) with a current offset of UTC -04:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in U.S. Virgin Islands requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneAtlantic Standard Time (AST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time7:35 PM on Saturday, August 1, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From U.S. Virgin Islands to Major World Cities

It is currently 7:35 PM on Saturday in U.S. Virgin Islands. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind U.S. Virgin Islands right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To U.S. Virgin Islands
New York (United States)Sat, 7:35 PMSame time
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 4:35 PM3h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 7:35 PMSame time
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 12:35 AM5h ahead
Paris (France)Sun, 1:35 AM6h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 3:35 AM8h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 7:35 AM12h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 8:35 AM13h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 9:35 AM14h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 11:35 AM16h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In U.S. Virgin Islands — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in U.S. Virgin Islands is the United States dollar (USD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

€ 1 Euro
$ 1.15
USD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 1.35
USD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 0.7014
USD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 0.7127
USD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 2, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in U.S. Virgin Islands by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubState / ProvinceTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Saint CroixSaint Croix Island50,60117.7275° N-64.7470° E
Charlotte AmalieSaint Thomas Island20,00018.3419° N-64.9307° E
TutuSaint Thomas Island5,51918.3388° N-64.8865° E
Cruz BaySaint John Island2,74318.3313° N-64.7938° E
ChristianstedSaint Croix Island1,86617.7468° N-64.7056° E

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From U.S. Virgin Islands

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to U.S. Virgin Islands is the Chichén Itzá (Mexico), about 2,492 km away. Straight-line distances from U.S. Virgin Islands to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico2,492 km1,549 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,602 km2,238 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil5,160 km3,206 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,632 km4,742 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,932 km6,172 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China13,488 km8,381 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,568 km8,431 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

⚡ Electrical Standards

U.S. Virgin Islands operates on local voltage / local frequency with plug socket types. Verify device voltage compatibility before travel — using a 110V appliance on a 220–240V supply permanently damages equipment. Pack the correct plug adapter for U.S. Virgin Islands and where voltage differs, a step-down voltage converter. Critical pre-travel check for electronics importers, corporate travellers, expats and supply chain teams shipping or operating equipment in U.S. Virgin Islands.

StandardDetail
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🔄 Frequency-
📊 Quick Facts
👥 Population Rank#204 of 249
📏 Area World Rank#209
🏙️ Population Density244.8 / km²
🌊 Land / Water Split-344.3% / 444.3%
🏟 National Symbols of U.S. Virgin Islands
💡 Emblem Story
The yellow-breast represents local bird species, eagle represents US connection, shield represents protection
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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for U.S. Virgin Islands

⚡ Electrical Standards & Power Compatibility

Corporate travellers and electronics importers must verify voltage compatibility and plug type before visiting or shipping devices to U.S. Virgin Islands. Using a 110V device on a 230V supply permanently damages equipment. Pack a universal travel adapter and a step-down voltage converter when needed. U.S. Virgin Islands's electrical infrastructure follows international IEC standards. Plug types range from Type A (North America) to Type G (UK) — the correct adapter eliminates power compatibility issues across all device categories.

🚨 Emergency Services & Safety Preparedness

Store U.S. Virgin Islands's police, ambulance and fire brigade numbers in your phone before arrival. In urgent situations, dialling the wrong number costs critical response minutes. Many countries have adopted universal emergency numbers (112 or 911) while others maintain separate dedicated lines for each service. Expatriates, logistics teams and field workers operating in U.S. Virgin Islands should brief staff on local emergency protocols as part of operational risk management and business continuity planning.

🚗 Driving Rules, Road Safety & IDP Requirements

Roughly 35% of countries worldwide drive on the left — a direct result of British colonial infrastructure. Visitors and corporate fleet operators in U.S. Virgin Islands must confirm the local driving side, road sign conventions, speed limits and International Driving Permit (IDP) requirements. Steering wheel position reflects road side — left-side driving countries use right-hand drive vehicles. Fleet managers dispatching vehicles across borders need this data for driver safety briefings and insurance compliance.

📊 Human Development Index (HDI) Explained

The HDI is a composite 0–1 score published annually by the UNDP, combining life expectancy at birth, mean years of schooling and gross national income per capita. Scores above 0.800 = Very High Development; 0.700–0.799 = High; 0.550–0.699 = Medium; below 0.550 = Low. Market analysts and strategic planners use HDI to evaluate workforce quality, consumer spending capacity and operational infrastructure maturity when assessing U.S. Virgin Islands as a target market or investment destination.

💊 Healthcare, Life Expectancy & Workforce Planning

Life expectancy reflects the quality of a country's healthcare infrastructure, nutrition standards and public health investment. For HR directors, workforce planners and expatriate managers, high life expectancy indicates a healthy, productive talent pool and lower employee health-risk exposure. Companies relocating staff to U.S. Virgin Islands use this metric to benchmark health insurance premiums, medical evacuation policies and employee wellness programmes in line with international corporate standards.

💰 GDP, Unemployment & Economic Intelligence

GDP per capita and unemployment rate are two of the most reliable indicators for evaluating consumer market potential. High GDP per capita = stronger consumer purchasing power and premium pricing viability. High unemployment = lower labour costs but also reduced consumer spending. Combine these with literacy rate data and local currency data to build a complete picture for talent acquisition strategy, retail pricing models, franchise expansion feasibility and market entry risk assessment for U.S. Virgin Islands.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Check the plug type and voltage — buy the correct adapter in advance. Save all emergency numbers to your phone. Confirm driving side if you plan to rent a vehicle or operate a company fleet.
📊 Market Research Use:Use HDI, GDP per capita and population data to evaluate U.S. Virgin Islands as a target market. Cross-reference life expectancy with literacy rate to assess workforce readiness and consumer behaviour patterns.
🌍 Operational Planning:Logistics teams and field operators use dialing code, time zone and internet domain data to configure VoIP systems, ERP settings and communication tools for seamless cross-border operations in U.S. Virgin Islands.

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🗺 U.S. Virgin Islands MapView the U.S. Virgin Islands satellite map with precise GPS coordinates and boundaries.
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