St. George's Entry Requirements

Children, including infants, must have their own passport. If a child is traveling with only one parent or with guardians/relatives, carry a notarized letter of consent from the non-traveling parent(s) authorizing the trip. This should include contact information and be signed by both parents if applicable. Divorced or separated parents should carry custody documents. Birth certificates may also be requested. Unaccompanied minors require special arrangements with airlines and may need additional documentation from parents and the receiving party in Grenada.

Grenada has strict pet import regulations. Dogs and cats require an import permit from the Veterinary and Livestock Division (apply at least 4 weeks in advance). Pets must have a microchip, current rabies vaccination (at least 30 days but not more than 12 months before arrival), and a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian within 7 days of travel. Pets from rabies-free countries may have different requirements. Upon arrival, pets may be quarantined for up to 6 months depending on origin country, though pets from the US, Canada, and UK typically have shorter or no quarantine if properly documented. Birds and other animals have separate requirements. Contact the Ministry of Agriculture before making travel plans with pets.

Tourist visas typically allow stays of 30-90 days. To extend your stay, apply at the Immigration Department in St. George's before your authorized stay expires. Bring your passport, proof of sufficient funds, return ticket (may need to show flexibility to change dates), accommodation confirmation, and a completed extension application form. Extensions are granted at the discretion of immigration officials and typically cost around XCD $100-200. Multiple extensions may be possible but not guaranteed. For stays longer than 6 months, you may need to apply for a different visa category. Working on a tourist visa is illegal; if you plan to work or conduct business, apply for the appropriate work permit or business visa before traveling.

Business visitors entering on visa-free or tourist visas can attend meetings, conferences, and negotiate contracts but cannot engage in paid employment or productive work. For business activities, carry an invitation letter from the Grenadian company, proof of business registration in your home country, and details of your business purpose. If you'll be working in Grenada, you need a work permit obtained through your Grenadian employer before arrival. Business visas may allow longer stays than tourist visas.

Students planning to study in Grenada (including at St. George's University) need a student visa. Apply through the nearest Grenadian embassy with your acceptance letter from the educational institution, proof of financial support, academic transcripts, and other required documents. St. George's University students receive specific guidance from the university's international student office. Student visas are typically valid for the duration of the study program and may allow for part-time work with proper authorization.

Cruise passengers typically don't need visas for shore excursions if their nationality would normally receive visa-free entry, and they're staying less than 24 hours. However, you must carry your passport or approved ship-issued ID and boarding pass. Immigration procedures are usually handled by the ship, but you may still pass through a simplified immigration checkpoint when disembarking. If you plan to leave the ship and stay in Grenada (independent of the cruise), you must go through standard immigration procedures and may need a visa depending on your nationality.

If you hold citizenship in multiple countries, choose which passport to use for entry to Grenada and use the same passport for exit. Generally, use the passport that provides the most favorable entry conditions (visa-free vs. visa required). If one of your nationalities is Grenadian, you must enter and exit Grenada using your Grenadian passport. Some countries require their citizens to use their national passport when entering, so check your home country's requirements as well.