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BVI
At A Glance
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BVI at a Glance
Language: English
Government: British Overseas Territory since 1672.
Head of State: HM Queen Elizabeth II, represented locally
by a Governor
Capital: Road Town, Tortola
Size: 153 sq km (59 sq miles)
Location: 153 sq km. Comprised of 16 inhabited
and more than 20 uninhabited islands; includes the island
of Anegada
Climate: Subtropical; humid; temperatures moderated
by trade winds
Electricity: 110/60 volts AC, 60Hz. American 2-pin
plugs are used
Currency: USD
Driving: A valid British Virgin Islands Driving
License is required by all those seeking to drive in The
British Virgin Islands. For a fee of $10.00, a temporary
British Virgin Islands Driving License can be obtained
from the Traffic Licensing Office or Car Rental Agencies
with a valid Driver License from another country. Driving
is on the left-hand side of the road in The British Virgin
Islands. Minimum age for Car Rentals is 25.
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