St Kitts and Nevis
Health
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Emergency medical number
Call 911 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company promptly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
Vaccinations and health risks
At least 8 weeks before your trip check:
- the latest information on vaccination recommendations and health risks in TravelHealthPro’s St Kitts and Nevis guide
- where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page
Medication
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro.
The NHS has information on whether you can take your medicine abroad.
Healthcare in St Kitts and Nevis
The main government hospital in St Kitts is the Joseph N France General Hospital in Brumaire. For Nevis the main government hospital is Alexandra Hospital in Charlestown. Both hospitals can provide many forms of treatment. However, serious cases may require emergency evacuation.
Medical treatment in St Kitts and Nevis is expensive. If you choose to be treated at a private medical facility, check first if they accept medical travel insurance.
Make sure you have adequate medical travel insurance and or accessible funds to cover the cost of medical treatment and repatriation.
FCDO has a list of doctors in St Kitts and Nevis.
There is also guidance on healthcare if you’re living in St Kitts and Nevis.
Travel and mental health
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro.