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Puerto Rico Facts
- Personal Safety:: top
Robbery and theft does happen occasionally as any place else, but you need not be concerned. Just don't be too careless. Women can wear as much jewelry as they want anywhere (as the locals do) with no fear.
- Population:: top
Puerto Rico has a population of 3.6 million inhabitants. The population in Puerto Rico is made up of various peoples. Their diversity is the result of the mixing of different ethnic groups that, at one time or another, (Taino Indians, Africans, Spaniards and others) settled on the island. Puerto Rico has one of the highest population densities in the world. The average size of a Puerto Rican family is about 3.5 people, and the average family income is between $25,000 and $26,000 per year. The unemployment rate in Puerto Rico is around 13.5%.
- Area:: top
3,435 square miles (8,897 square kilometres).
- Customs and Documents Required:: top
The passport and visa requirements for entering Puerto Rico are the same as for entering the USA. Non US and Canadian citizens must have a valid passport, but always its better to consult your travel agent before book your tickets. However, citizens of many Western European countries, Australia, New Zealand and Japan can take advantage of a US reciprocal visa waiver program if they intend to stay less than 90 days.
- Telecommunications:: top
The international dialling code for Puerto Rico is +1 787 followed by a seven-digit number. On the island use the 787 plus the
seven digit number in full.
- Dress:: top
Because of its tropical climate, dress is generally quite informal in Puerto Rico. Due to the warm, humid climate, light-weight clothing is recommended.
- Vaccinations:: top
No vaccinations are required for visitors to Puerto Rico. However, those arriving from, or transiting through countries where a health epidemic has been formally declared, may need proof of vaccination before they can enter the island.
- Medications:: top
Bring enough prescription medication for your stay. Unexpected delays and extended stays can upset your medication regimen. Similar to the United States, pharmacists cannot distribute prescription medications without authorization from a doctor.
- Business:: top
Banking hours are 9am-2:30pm, weekdays, and 9:45 to noon on Saturdays. The principal banks are Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, Banktrust of PR, Banco Financiero, Banco Popular de Puerto Rico, Banco Santander de PR, Citibank, Commercial Trust Co., Economic Development Bank, Eurobank & Trust Corp., First Bank, Doral Bank, First Bank, Oriental Bank & Trust, RG Premier Bank, Scotiabank, Westernbank.
Shops are open 9am-6pm every day and Sundays from 11am-5pm. Payment cards are widely accepted.
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