Anguilla: sanctions and trade risk

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As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 0 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Anguilla.Lists last checked 2026-11-07 21:01 UTC.

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Anguilla: logistics and trade

Island niche market, import-dependent tourism area, transshipment via Sint Maarten

Anguilla (ISO code: AI) is a British Overseas Territory in the eastern Caribbean, immediately north of Sint Maarten and Saint-Martin. The territory has internal self-government under a Governor appointed by the United Kingdom, which remains responsible for foreign affairs and defence. The climate is tropical-maritime with an Atlantic hurricane season from June to November. The economy is shaped by tourism, financial and offshore services and fishing. Foreign trade is heavily import-driven: the main imports are food, fuels, building materials, vehicles and consumer goods, while exports (fish and lobster, some re-exports) are small. Anguilla is an associate member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). Customs clearance is electronic via ASYCUDA World on the basis of the CARICOM common external tariff; the legal basis is the Customs Act (C169). Since 1 July 2022 the government has levied a Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 13 percent, which also applies to imports. There is no railway; transport runs by road, through Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport (AXA) and the ports of Road Bay (Sandy Ground, cargo) and Blowing Point (ferry to Sint Maarten and Saint-Martin). Larger international freight is transshipped via Sint Maarten. The currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD), pegged to the US dollar.

Capital: The Valley
Population: 14,598
Area: 91 km²
Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Continent: North America
Region: Caribbean / OECS
Economic area: CARICOM (associated) and OECS; Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU)
Religions: Christianity
Access to the sea: Yes

Transport modes Sea · Road · Air

Current situation: No nationwide disruption verified (as of 2026-06-22). International air and sea freight runs predominantly via Sint Maarten (SXM). Note: tax reform as of 1. August 2025 - GST at the port replaced by 9 percent Import Goods Tax.
Seasonal conditions: Atlantic hurricane season from June to November with risk of disruptions to port and air operations; tropical maritime climate year-round.

Main cargo airports

Clayton J Lloyd International AirportAXA
Clayton J. Lloyd International (AXA), Anguilla: new terminal since December 2025, no cargo terminal. Air freight routes via Sint Maarten (SXM) and ferry.
Princess Juliana International AirportSXM
Princess Juliana (SXM): Caribbean cargo distributor with a dedicated terminal and Amerijet 767s; World Bank and EIB-funded terminal rebuild under way.

Road corridors

The Valley - Sandy Ground (Road Bay)
The Valley - Blowing Point
Island-wide road connections

Rail corridors

No rail network of its own

Main trade lanes

USA - Anguilla
Sint Maarten - Anguilla
United Kingdom - Anguilla

Customs and import

Customs authority Anguilla Customs Department (HM Customs)Official website ↗

Import customs system: Electronic customs clearance via ASYCUDA World. The legal basis is the Customs Act (C169). Anguilla is an associate CARICOM member; tariff classification is based on the CARICOM Common External Tariff (HS-2017 tariff).
Export customs system: Export and re-export also via ASYCUDA World; low export volumes. Transhipment and onward transport usually run via Sint Maarten.
Import VAT: Import Goods Tax 9 percent on imports (since 1. August 2025, replaces the GST); General Services Tax 13 percent on services
Proofs of origin and trade agreements: CARICOM certificate of origin for preferential trade within the community (Anguilla as an associate member). As a British Overseas Territory, Anguilla does not maintain its own network of free trade agreements.
Restricted and prohibited goods: Weapons and ammunition, narcotics, protected species (CITES), and certain food and agricultural imports. Detailed checks via the Anguilla Customs Department.

Typical import documents

Commercial invoice
Packing list
ASYCUDA import declaration (SAD)
Transport document (B/L, AWB)
Certificate of origin for CARICOM preference
Import licences if applicable

Typical export documents

ASYCUDA export declaration (SAD)
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Transport document
Certificate of origin (CARICOM)

Logistics conditions

Customs complexity: Medium
Customs delays: Medium
Port congestion: Low
Dangerous goods relevance: Low
Pharma and cold chain relevance: Low
E-commerce relevance: Medium

Trade

Top import partners

United States United Kingdom Sint Maarten Trinidad and Tobago Dominican Republic

Top export partners

Sint Maarten United States United Kingdom NK Trinidad and Tobago

Top import goods

Food
Beverages
Petroleum products
Construction materials
Vehicles

Top export goods

Fish products
Rum
Financial services
Tourism services

Typical cargo

Food
Beverages
Petroleum products / fuels
Construction materials
Vehicles
Consumer goods

Logistics questions

Is Anguilla part of the EU or the United Kingdom?

Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory with internal self-government under a Governor appointed by the United Kingdom. It is not part of the European Union; foreign and defence policy lies with the United Kingdom.

Which tax applies to imports into Anguilla?

Since 1. August 2025, Anguilla levies a 9 percent Import Goods Tax on imports, which replaces the former Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the port; a General Services Tax of 13 percent applies to services. In addition, import duties apply based on the CARICOM Common External Tariff.

Which customs system does Anguilla use?

Customs clearance is handled electronically via ASYCUDA World. The legal basis is the Customs Act (C169); tariff classification follows the CARICOM Common External Tariff (HS-2017 tariff).

Does Anguilla have an airport and a port?

Yes. The airport is Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport (AXA). The main cargo port is Road Bay in Sandy Ground; Blowing Point serves as the ferry terminal to Sint Maarten and Saint-Martin. Larger international cargo is transshipped via Sint Maarten (SXM).

Which currency is used in Anguilla?

The legal tender is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), issued by the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank and pegged to the US dollar.

Is Anguilla a member of CARICOM?

Anguilla is an associate member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

Which documents do I need to import into Anguilla?

Typically required are the commercial invoice, packing list, the electronic ASYCUDA import declaration (SAD) and a transport document (B/L or AWB). For CARICOM preference, a certificate of origin is also needed; for certain goods, import licences are additionally required.

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