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Anguilla

Central America N Caribbean · The Valley · parliamentary democracy (House of Assembly); self-governing overseas territory of the UK

What Anguilla means for your money — the prices you pay, the tariffs in motion, and where U.S. policy could change both.

Map showing the location of Anguilla

$719K

U.S. imports, 2025

-39.6%

change in one year

$101M

U.S. exports, 2025

19K

Population

$453M

GDP

In your house

What you buy that Anguilla makes

America bought $719K in goods from Anguilla in 2025 — down 39.6% in a single year. Of every $100 of it, here's where the money went.

U.s. goods returned, and reimports

$221K30.7%

Wine, beer, and related products

wine and beer

$198K27.6%

Artwork, antiques, stamps, etc.

$77K10.7%

Copper

copper for wiring

$61K8.5%

Nonmonetary gold

$43K6%

Industrial supplies, other

$43K5.9%

Minimum value shipments

$38K5.3%

Electric apparatus

$20K2.8%

Telecommunications equipment

phones, routers, networking gear

$7K1%

Generators, accessories

$4K0.5%

2026 so far (through April): $133K in imports. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, International Trade in Goods (customs basis).

The other direction

What America sells to Anguilla

$101M in 2025 — a trade rupture cuts both ways, for American producers as well as American prices.

Fuel oil

$15M

Minimum value shipments

$13M

Petroleum products, other

$11M

Electric apparatus

$3M

Finished metal shapes

$3M

Meat, poultry, etc.

$3M

Household appliances

$3M

household appliances

Furniture, household goods, etc.

$3M

furniture, mattresses, lamps

Photo, service industry machinery

$2M

Where you stand

U.S. tariff posture toward Anguilla

No U.S. tariff action singles this country out. Its goods face the universal 10% temporary import surcharge under Section 122 of the Trade Act (which replaced the IEEPA reciprocal baseline in February 2026) plus the sectoral Section 232 duties — steel and aluminum at 50% — that apply to all countries. The Section 122 surcharge is statutorily temporary — scheduled to lapse on or about July 23, 2026 (a 150-day cap) unless extended or replaced.

Reciprocal tariff (universal baseline)

10%

The universal 10% floor — a Section 122 import surcharge since February 2026, previously the EO 14257 reciprocal baseline — applies to nearly all U.S. imports. This country has no higher assigned rate of its own.

Policy in motion

Tariff status: a moving target

No U.S. tariff action names Anguilla. These are the universal measures — applied to every country without a country-specific arrangement — that set its treatment.

  1. 2026-04-06

    Section 232 metals coverage expanded

    In effect

    The April 2026 proclamation strengthening Section 232 actions on aluminum, steel, and copper expanded derivative-product coverage for all countries, keeping the general metals rate at 50%.

    91 FR 18201
  2. 2026-02-24

    IEEPA reciprocal tariffs terminated — replaced by 10% Section 122 surcharge

    In effect

    Executive Order 14389 (Ending Certain Tariff Actions) terminated the IEEPA tariff duties — including the EO 14257 reciprocal baseline — effective February 24, 2026. A flat 10% Section 122 temporary import surcharge (Proclamation 11012 of February 20, 2026) replaced them, leaving the universal rate unchanged at 10% on a different statutory basis. Section 122 caps such surcharges at 150 days, so this 10% surcharge is scheduled to lapse on or about July 23, 2026 absent further action (the administration has signaled it could raise the rate toward the 15% statutory maximum).

    91 FR 9437
  3. 2025-11-13

    Agricultural products exempted from reciprocal tariffs

    In effect

    Executive Order 14360 of November 14, 2025 removed reciprocal duties from certain agricultural products listed in its annexes (coffee, cocoa, bananas, and other goods the U.S. does not produce in sufficient quantity), retroactive to November 13, 2025 — for all countries subject to the reciprocal tariff.

    90 FR 54091
  4. 2025-06-04

    Section 232 steel and aluminum duties doubled to 50%

    In effect

    The June 3, 2025 proclamation raised Section 232 duties on steel and aluminum articles and derivatives from 25% to 50% for all countries, effective June 4, 2025.

    90 FR 24199
  5. 2025-04-05

    Universal 10% reciprocal baseline takes effect

    In effect

    Executive Order 14257 (signed April 2, 2025) imposed a 10% ad valorem reciprocal duty on imports from all trading partners, effective April 5, 2025. Countries without a higher Annex I rate remain at this baseline.

    Federal Register · 2025-06063
  6. 2025-03-12

    Section 232 steel and aluminum duties set at 25% for all countries

    In effect

    Proclamations of February 10, 2025 terminated all country exemptions and quota arrangements and applied 25% Section 232 duties to steel and aluminum imports from every country, effective March 12, 2025.

    90 FR 9817

Reference

The country itself

Central America N Caribbean · Geography, people, economy, and government — public-domain data from the CIA World Factbook.

English settlers from Saint Kitts first colonized Anguilla in 1650. Great Britain administered the island until the early 19th century, when -- against the wishes of the inhabitants -- Anguilla was incorporated into a single British dependency along with Saint Kitts and Nevis. Several attempts at separation failed. In 1971, two years after a revolt, Anguilla was finally allowed to secede; this arrangement was formally recognized in 1980, when Anguilla became a separate British dependency. In 2017, Hurricane Irma caused extensive damage on the island, particularly to communications and residential and business infrastructure.

Regional map of Anguilla

Geography

Location
Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico
Area
91 sq km
Climate
tropical; moderated by northeast trade winds
Terrain
flat and low-lying island of coral and limestone
Natural resources
salt, fish, lobster
Coastline
61 km
Natural hazards
frequent hurricanes and other tropical storms (July to October)

People & society

Population
19,416 (2024 est.)
Nationality
Anguillan(s)
Ethnic groups
African/Black 85.3%, Hispanic 4.9%, mixed 3.8%, White 3.2%, East Indian/Indian 1%, other 1.6%, unspecified 0.3% (2011 est.)
Languages
English (official)
Religions
Protestant 73.2% (includes Anglican 22.7%, Methodist 19.4%, Pentecostal 10.5%, Seventh Day Adventist 8.3%, Baptist 7.1%, Church of God 4.9%, Presbyterian 0.2%, Brethren 0.1%), Roman Catholic 6.8%, Jehovah's Witness 1.1%, other Christian 10.9%, other 3.2%, unspecified 0.3%, none 4.5% (2011 est.)
Median age
37.5 years (2025 est.)
Life expectancy at birth
82.6 years (2024 est.)

Economy

Economic overview
small, tourism-dependent, territorial-island economy; very high public debt; COVID-19 crippled economic activity; partial recovery underway via tourism, benefitting from its high amount of timeshare residences; considering reopening oil refinery
Industries
tourism, boat building, offshore financial services
Agricultural products
small quantities of tobacco, vegetables; cattle raising
Exports - partners
Chile 60%, Netherlands 8%, Brazil 5%, Hungary 4%, USA 4% (2023)
Imports - partners
Chile 50%, USA 27%, Botswana 15%, Japan 1%, Dominican Republic 1% (2023)

Government

Government type
parliamentary democracy (House of Assembly); self-governing overseas territory of the UK
Capital
The Valley
Independence
none (overseas territory of the UK)
Constitution
several previous; latest 1 April 1982
Executive branch
King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022); represented by Governor Julia CROUCH (since 11 September 2023)
Legislative branch
House of Assembly

Full reference data

Every field, by section — CIA World Factbook. Open a topic to expand it.

Introduction
Background
English settlers from Saint Kitts first colonized Anguilla in 1650. Great Britain administered the island until the early 19th century, when -- against the wishes of the inhabitants -- Anguilla was incorporated into a single British dependency along with Saint Kitts and Nevis. Several attempts at separation failed. In 1971, two years after a revolt, Anguilla was finally allowed to secede; this arrangement was formally recognized in 1980, when Anguilla became a separate British dependency. In 2017, Hurricane Irma caused extensive damage on the island, particularly to communications and residential and business infrastructure.
Travel Facts
US State Dept Travel Advisory
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Passport/Visa Requirements
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US Embassy/Consulate
None (overseas territory of the UK); US citizens may call US Dept of State (202)-501-4444 for emergencies; alternate contact is the US Embassy in Barbados [1] (246) 227-4000; US Embassy in Bridgetown, Wildey Business Park, St. Michael BB 14006, Barbados, WI
LGBTQIA+, Women, and Special Needs Travelers
Additional travel considerations can be found on the US State Department's International Travel page. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/before-you-go/travelers-with-special-considerations.html
Telephone Code
264
Local Emergency Phone
911
Vaccinations
For the latest information on required or recommended vaccines, please visit the CDC's website, available through the link below. https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list
Climate
Tropical; moderated by northeast trade winds
Currency (Code)
Eastern Caribbean dollars (XCD)
Electricity/Voltage/Plug Type(s)
110 V / 60 Hz / plug types(s): A
Major Languages
English (official)
Time Difference
UTC-4 (1 hour ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Potable Water
Yes, but some opt for bottled water
International Driving Permit
Suggested; additionally, traveler will need to present their US driver's license & IDP to local police to pay a special registration fee
Road Driving Side
Left
Souvenirs
Seashell jewelry and handicrafts, pottery, rum, collectible stamps, traditional carvings
Traditional Cuisine
Pigeon peas with rice, seasoned with herbs and spices
CIA source last updated
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Travel resources

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US State Dept Travel Information - Overall information about foreign travel for US citizens.

To obtain an international driving permit (IDP). Only two organizations in the US issue IDPs: American Automobile Association (AAA) and American Automobile Touring Alliance (AATA)

How to get help in an emergency? Contact the nearest US embassy or consulate, or call one of these numbers: from the US or Canada - 1-888-407-4747 or from Overseas - +1 202-501-4444

Page last updated: Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Geography
Location
Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico
Geographic coordinates
18 15 N, 63 10 W
Map references
Central America and the Caribbean
Area - total
91 sq km
Area - land
91 sq km
Area - water
0 sq km
Area - comparative
about one-half the size of Washington, D.C.
Land boundaries - total
0 km
Coastline
61 km
Maritime claims - territorial sea
12 nm
Maritime claims - exclusive economic zone
200 nm
Maritime claims - exclusive fishing zone
200 nm
Climate
tropical; moderated by northeast trade winds
Terrain
flat and low-lying island of coral and limestone
Elevation - highest point
Crocus Hill 73 m
Elevation - lowest point
Caribbean Sea 0 m
Natural resources
salt, fish, lobster
Land use - agricultural land
0% (2022 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: arable land
arable land: 0% (2018 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent crops
permanent crops: 0% (2018 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent pasture
permanent pasture: 0% (2018 est.)
Land use - forest
61.1% (2022 est.)
Land use - other
38.9% (2022 est.)
Irrigated land
0 sq km (2020)
Population distribution
most of the population is concentrated in The Valley in the center of the island; settlement is fairly uniform in the southwest, but rather sparse in the northeast
Natural hazards
frequent hurricanes and other tropical storms (July to October)
Geography - note
the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles
People and Society
Population - total
19,416 (2024 est.)
Population - male
9,107
Population - female
10,309
Nationality - noun
Anguillan(s)
Nationality - adjective
Anguillan
Ethnic groups
African/Black 85.3%, Hispanic 4.9%, mixed 3.8%, White 3.2%, East Indian/Indian 1%, other 1.6%, unspecified 0.3% (2011 est.)
Ethnic groups - note
note: data represent population by ethnic origin
Languages
English (official)
Religions
Protestant 73.2% (includes Anglican 22.7%, Methodist 19.4%, Pentecostal 10.5%, Seventh Day Adventist 8.3%, Baptist 7.1%, Church of God 4.9%, Presbyterian 0.2%, Brethren 0.1%), Roman Catholic 6.8%, Jehovah's Witness 1.1%, other Christian 10.9%, other 3.2%, unspecified 0.3%, none 4.5% (2011 est.)
Age structure - 0-14 years
20.8% (male 2,056/female 1,992)
Age structure - 15-64 years
67.5% (male 5,958/female 7,147)
Age structure - 65 years and over
11.7% (2024 est.) (male 1,093/female 1,170)
Dependency ratios - total dependency ratio
48.2 (2024 est.)
Dependency ratios - youth dependency ratio
30.9 (2024 est.)
Dependency ratios - elderly dependency ratio
17.3 (2024 est.)
Dependency ratios - potential support ratio
5.8 (2024 est.)
Median age - total
37.5 years (2025 est.)
Median age - male
34.8 years
Median age - female
39 years
Population growth rate
1.71% (2025 est.)
Birth rate
11.69 births/1,000 population (2025 est.)
Death rate
4.76 deaths/1,000 population (2025 est.)
Net migration rate
10.13 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2025 est.)
Population distribution
most of the population is concentrated in The Valley in the center of the island; settlement is fairly uniform in the southwest, but rather sparse in the northeast
Urbanization - urban population
100% of total population (2023)
Urbanization - rate of urbanization
0.47% annual rate of change (2020-25 est.)
Major urban areas - population
1,000 THE VALLEY (capital) (2018)
Sex ratio - at birth
1.03 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - 0-14 years
1.03 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - 15-64 years
0.83 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - 65 years and over
0.93 male(s)/female
Sex ratio - total population
0.88 male(s)/female (2024 est.)
Infant mortality rate - total
2.9 deaths/1,000 live births (2025 est.)
Infant mortality rate - male
3.9 deaths/1,000 live births
Infant mortality rate - female
2.1 deaths/1,000 live births
Life expectancy at birth - total population
82.6 years (2024 est.)
Life expectancy at birth - male
80 years
Life expectancy at birth - female
85.3 years
Total fertility rate
1.72 children born/woman (2025 est.)
Gross reproduction rate
0.85 (2025 est.)
Drinking water source - improved: total
total: 97.5% of population
Physician density
1.51 physicians/1,000 population (2018)
Education expenditure - Education expenditure (% GDP)
2.5% of GDP (2022 est.)
Education expenditure - Education expenditure (% national budget)
10.3% national budget (2024 est.)
Government
Country name - conventional long form
none
Country name - conventional short form
Anguilla
Country name - etymology
in 1493, Christopher COLUMBUS named the island Anguilla, meaning "eel" in Spanish, because of the island's elongated shape
Government type
parliamentary democracy (House of Assembly); self-governing overseas territory of the UK
Dependency status
overseas territory of the UK
Capital - name
The Valley
Capital - geographic coordinates
18 13 N, 63 03 W
Capital - time difference
UTC-4 (1 hour ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)
Capital - etymology
name may derive from the capital's location among several hills
Legal system
common law based on the English model
Constitution - history
several previous; latest 1 April 1982
Citizenship
see United Kingdom
Suffrage
18 years of age; universal
Executive branch - chief of state
King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022); represented by Governor Julia CROUCH (since 11 September 2023)
Executive branch - head of government
Premier Cora RICHARDSON-HODGE (since 27 February 2025)
Executive branch - cabinet
Executive Council appointed by the governor from among elected members of the House of Assembly
Executive branch - election/appointment process
the monarchy is hereditary; governor appointed by the monarch; following legislative elections, the governor usually appoints the leader of the majority party or majority coalition as premier
Legislative branch - legislature name
House of Assembly
Legislative branch - legislative structure
unicameral
Legislative branch - number of seats
11 (7 directly elected, 2 appointed, 2 ex-officio members)
Legislative branch - electoral system
plurality/majority
Legislative branch - scope of elections
full renewal
Legislative branch - term in office
5 years
Legislative branch - most recent election date
6/29/2020
Legislative branch - parties elected and seats per party
APM (7); AUF (4)
Legislative branch - percentage of women in chamber
27.3%
Judicial branch - highest court(s)
the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) is the superior court of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States; the ECSC is headquartered on St. Lucia and consists of the Court of Appeal -- headed by the chief justice and 4 judges -- and the High Court with 18 judges; the Court of Appeal travels to member states on a schedule to hear appeals from the High Court and subordinate courts
Judicial branch - judge selection and term of office
Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court chief justice appointed by the British monarch; other justices and judges appointed by the Judicial and Legal Services Commission; Court of Appeal justices appointed for life with mandatory retirement at age 65; High Court judges appointed for life with mandatory retirement at age 62
Judicial branch - subordinate courts
Magistrate's Court; Juvenile Court
Political parties
Anguilla Progressive Movement or APM; (formerly Anguilla United Movement or AUM) Anguilla United Front or AUF
Diplomatic representation in the US
none (overseas territory of the UK)
Diplomatic representation from the US - embassy
none (overseas territory of the UK); alternate contact is the US Embassy in Barbados [1] (246) 227-4000
International organization participation
Caricom (associate), CDB, Interpol (subbureau), OECS, UNESCO (associate), UPU
Independence
none (overseas territory of the UK)
National holiday
Anguilla Day, 30 May (1967)
Flag
description: blue, with the UK flag in the upper-left quadrant and the Anguillan coat of arms centered on the outer half of the flag; the coat of arms shows three orange dolphins in an interlocking circular design on a white background, with a turquoise-blue field below meaning: the white on the coat of arms stands for peace; the blue base for the sea, faith, youth, and hope; and the three dolphins for endurance, unity, and strength
National symbol(s)
dolphin
National coat of arms
the Anguillan coat of arms features three interlocking dolphins jumping out of seawater; they represent endurance, unity, and strength, and their circular motion stands for continuity; the white background symbolizes peace and tranquility, and the turquoise-blue base represents the sea, as well as faith, youth, and hope
National anthem(s) - title
"God Save the King"
National anthem(s) - lyrics/music
unknown
National anthem(s) - history
official anthem, as an overseas UK territory
Economy
Economic overview
small, tourism-dependent, territorial-island economy; very high public debt; COVID-19 crippled economic activity; partial recovery underway via tourism, benefitting from its high amount of timeshare residences; considering reopening oil refinery
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - Real GDP (purchasing power parity) 2024
$362.499 million (2024 est.)
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - Real GDP (purchasing power parity) 2023
$345.238 million (2023 est.)
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - Real GDP (purchasing power parity) 2022
$336.924 million (2022 est.)
Real GDP (purchasing power parity) - note
note: data in 2015 dollars
Real GDP per capita - Real GDP per capita 2024
$31,000 (2024 est.)
Real GDP per capita - Real GDP per capita 2023
$28,900 (2023 est.)
Real GDP per capita - Real GDP per capita 2022
$27,400 (2022 est.)
Real GDP per capita - note
note: data in 2015 dollars
GDP (official exchange rate)
$452.73 million (2024 est.)
GDP (official exchange rate) - note
note: data in current dollars at official exchange rate
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - Inflation rate (consumer prices) 2022
3% (2022 est.)
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - Inflation rate (consumer prices) 2021
1.8% (2021 est.)
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - Inflation rate (consumer prices) 2020
-0.5% (2020 est.)
Inflation rate (consumer prices) - note
note: annual % change based on consumer prices
Agricultural products
small quantities of tobacco, vegetables; cattle raising
Industries
tourism, boat building, offshore financial services
Budget - revenues
$81.925 million (2017 est.)
Budget - expenditures
$72.352 million (2017 est.)
Budget - note
note: central government revenues and expenses (excluding grants/extrabudgetary units/social security funds) converted to US dollars at average official exchange rate for year indicated
Public debt - Public debt 2014
20.8% of GDP (2014 est.)
Exports - Exports 2017
$7.9 million (2017 est.)
Exports - Exports 2016
$3.9 million (2016 est.)
Exports - note
note: Data are in current year dollars and do not include illicit exports or re-exports.
Exports - partners
Chile 60%, Netherlands 8%, Brazil 5%, Hungary 4%, USA 4% (2023)
Exports - partners - note
note: top five export partners based on percentage share of exports
Exports - commodities
packaged medicine, garments, vehicle parts/accessories, vaccines, cars (2023)
Exports - commodities - note
note: top five export commodities based on value in dollars
Imports - partners
Chile 50%, USA 27%, Botswana 15%, Japan 1%, Dominican Republic 1% (2023)
Imports - partners - note
note: top five import partners based on percentage share of imports
Imports - commodities
poultry, copper ore, natural gas, refined petroleum, fish (2023)
Imports - commodities - note
note: top five import commodities based on value in dollars
Exchange rates - Currency
East Caribbean dollars (XCD) per US dollar -
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2024
2.7 (2024 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2023
2.7 (2023 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2022
2.7 (2022 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2021
2.7 (2021 est.)
Exchange rates - Exchange rates 2020
2.7 (2020 est.)
Energy
Electricity access - electrification - total population
100% (2020)
Communications
Telephones - fixed lines - total subscriptions
6,000 (2021 est.)
Telephones - fixed lines - subscriptions per 100 inhabitants
38 (2021 est.)
Telephones - mobile cellular - total subscriptions
25,870 (2022 est.)
Telephones - mobile cellular - subscriptions per 100 inhabitants
163 (2022 est.)
Broadcast media
1 private TV station; multi-channel cable TV subscription services are available; about 10 radio stations, one of which is government-owned (2024)
Internet country code
.ai
Internet users - percent of population
81.6% (2021 est.)
Broadband - fixed subscriptions - total
5,000 (2018 est.)
Broadband - fixed subscriptions - subscriptions per 100 inhabitants
35 (2018 est.)
Transportation
Civil aircraft registration country code prefix
VP-A
Airports
1 (2025)
Merchant marine - total
2 (2023)
Merchant marine - by type
other 2
Military and Security
Military - note
defense is the responsibility of the UK
Environment
Environmental issues
inadequate potable water
Climate
tropical; moderated by northeast trade winds
Land use - agricultural land
0% (2022 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: arable land
arable land: 0% (2018 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent crops
permanent crops: 0% (2018 est.)
Land use - agricultural land: permanent pasture
permanent pasture: 0% (2018 est.)
Land use - forest
61.1% (2022 est.)
Land use - other
38.9% (2022 est.)
Urbanization - urban population
100% of total population (2023)
Urbanization - rate of urbanization
0.47% annual rate of change (2020-25 est.)