Living in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines guide for expats

The island of Saint Vincent is volcanic; thus there is always a risk of volcanic activity, which may affect the country. The last time that the active volcano Soufriere erupted was in 1979. The geographical setting is made of mountains, rainforests, and sandy beaches.

The capital city of Kingston is a city full of colour where the bustling local markets and street vendors fill up the streets with sounds and scents that are a delight to the senses. One will also find architectural tales of past battles in Kingston, told by the ruins of forts and the ancient cathedral. Kingston is home to one of the oldest botanical gardens in the Western Hemisphere, which has been conserving a collection of rare plants since 1765.

The climate in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is tropical. Temperatures range between 27°C and 24°C; the warmest month is May and the coldest February. The hurricane season is between July and November, during which time it is extremely wet and windy.

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines used to be a country in dispute of ownership between France and Britain. However, it has been independent since 1979.

Tourism and agriculture are the two main economies. The bananas production industry employs most of the local population. There is also a small offshore banking sector.