Grenada ED Card & Entry Requirements

How to complete the Grenada ED Card

The ED Card is mandatory for all international travellers and returning nationals, and it covers both arrival and departure. File it at the government portal, edcard.gov.gd, where the immigration and customs questions are combined into one submission. The form typically opens about 72 hours before arrival.

• Open the official portalGo to edcard.gov.gd on any phone, tablet or computer, ideally the day before you travel. Have your passport, flight details and accommodation address ready.
• Enter your details & declarationAdd personal and passport information exactly as printed, your flight number and airline, where you are staying, and answer the customs questions for your arrival.
• Submit & save your confirmationSubmit and save the confirmation to your phone, keeping a printed or screenshot backup in case airport connectivity is poor. Remember to complete the departure portion again before you fly home.

The ED Card is not a visa and does not replace any visa you may need. Because it also covers departure, set a reminder to complete it again before your return flight.

The official form — watch for third-party fees

Entry requirements

Have these ready before you reach immigration at Maurice Bishop International (GND):

• A valid passportRequired for all visitors. Many airlines and consulate notices recommend at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates and one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Your ED Card confirmationThe confirmation from edcard.gov.gd, ready to show on a device or in print, for both arrival and departure.
• Return or onward travelOfficers may ask for proof of a return flight, cruise departure or onward ticket. Travellers without proof of departure can face delays.
• Accommodation & sufficient fundsThe address of your hotel, villa or host, and evidence you can support yourself during your stay.

Visa requirements by nationality

Most short-stay visitors do not need a visa for Grenada, but the permitted length of stay varies by nationality and is always set by an immigration officer on arrival. Verify your own nationality's status with a Grenada diplomatic mission before travelling.

Treat the durations above as typical maximums, not guarantees. CARICOM/OECS nationals benefit from regional free-movement arrangements, and OECS citizens may enter with a national ID card. Cruise passengers visiting for the day are generally exempt from visa formalities.

Duty-free allowances for Grenada

These apply per traveller aged 18 and over who has been absent for more than 24 hours, for non-commercial goods. Anything beyond the allowance, or any commercial goods, is dutiable. When in doubt, declare. Confirm current limits with the Grenada Customs & Excise Division (grenadacustoms.com).

Allowances are per adult and are not transferable between travellers. A service charge and environmental levy may apply to dutiable goods.

Prohibited & restricted items

Violations can lead to seizure, fines or prosecution. When in doubt, declare.

• Must be declaredFirearms and ammunition (a police permit/authorisation is required), prescription medication (carry the original prescription and packaging), commercial merchandise, large amounts of cash, and agricultural items.
• Permit / inspection requiredFresh fruit and vegetables, plants and seeds, meat and animal products, and live animals or pets (an import permit is required). Species protected under CITES may need a permit.
• ProhibitedIllegal narcotics, counterfeit currency and goods, pirated products, indecent or obscene material, offensive weapons (including flick knives and spear guns without authorisation), and illegal wildlife products. Camouflage clothing is restricted in some Caribbean states — check before packing it.

At the airport — arrival at Maurice Bishop International (GND)

International visitors land at Maurice Bishop International (GND) on the southwest coast, close to St. George's and the Grand Anse resort strip. After landing, have your passport and ED Card confirmation ready.

1. 1 · ImmigrationPresent your passport and ED Card confirmation. Officers may ask your length of stay, where you are staying and the purpose of your trip, and may request your return ticket.
2. 2 · Baggage claimCollect all checked luggage before customs. Porters may be available at busy times.
3. 3 · CustomsProceed through customs, declare any restricted goods, and undergo screening if selected.
4. 4 · Arrivals hallBeyond customs you'll find pre-booked resort transfers, authorised taxis, rental-car desks and tour operators. The Grand Anse resort strip is only about 10–15 minutes away.

Money matters

The Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$ / XCD) is the local currency and has long been pegged at roughly EC$2.70 to US$1. US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas, though you'll often get fairer value paying in EC$ or by card.

Health, water & food safety

Grenada is an easy destination for most travellers, but a few precautions help.

• Before you goCheck current recommendations with your doctor and an official health authority. Mosquito-borne illnesses such as dengue can occur in the Caribbean periodically, so insect protection is sensible.
• Water & foodTap water is generally treated and considered safe in main towns and resort areas; bottled or filtered water is the safer choice in remote areas. Grenadian cooking — try the national dish, 'oil down' — is a highlight; favour busy spots with high turnover.
• Sun & heatThe tropical sun is strong. Prioritise hydration, shade, sunscreen and light clothing, especially in your first days.

Best time to visit Grenada

Grenada is warm year-round, averaging roughly 24°C to 31°C (75°F to 88°F). The main differences between seasons are rainfall, crowds and price.

August's Spicemas carnival is Grenada's biggest event — expect higher prices and busy accommodation around it. Check forecasts and consider travel insurance during the hurricane season.

Top things to do in Grenada

From a world-first underwater sculpture park to spice plantations and rainforest waterfalls, here are the experiences first-time visitors love most.

Grand Anse Beach

Grenada's most famous beach: nearly two miles of soft white sand and calm water just south of St. George's, lined with resorts, beach bars and watersports.

Underwater Sculpture Park

The world's first underwater sculpture park, in Molinère Bay — snorkel or dive among submerged figures that have become living coral reefs.

St. George's & the Carenage

One of the prettiest capitals in the Caribbean — a horseshoe harbour, Georgian architecture, Fort George and a colourful spice market.

Annandale Falls

An easily reached rainforest waterfall and swimming pool a short drive from St. George's, surrounded by lush tropical gardens.

Belmont Estate & spice farms

Tour a working 17th-century plantation to see how Grenada earns its 'Spice Island' name — nutmeg, cocoa and tree-to-bar chocolate.

Sailing the south coast

Grenada is a Caribbean sailing hub. Charter a yacht or join a catamaran cruise around the sheltered south-coast bays and out to the Grenadines.

A sample day in Grenada

A relaxed day mixing St. George's sightseeing with the rainforest, the beach and the sea.

1. 8:00 am

   Breakfast & the spice marketStart in St. George's with a local breakfast, then browse nutmeg, mace and cocoa at the Market Square.

2. 9:30 am

   Fort George & the CarenageClimb to Fort George for harbour views, then wander the colourful Carenage waterfront.

3. 11:30 am

   Annandale FallsDrive into the interior for a refreshing swim beneath a rainforest waterfall.

4. 1:00 pm

   Lunch on Grand AnseSettle in at a beach restaurant for fresh seafood with your toes in the sand.

5. 2:30 pm

   Snorkel the Sculpture ParkTake a short boat trip to Molinère Bay to snorkel the Underwater Sculpture Park.

6. 5:30 pm

   Sunset & dinnerCatch the sunset from a south-coast bar, then enjoy Grenadian 'oil down' and grilled lobster.

Have more time? Add a day trip to the northern estates and Belmont, or a sailing trip to the sister island of Carriacou.

Where to stay — best regions in Grenada

Grenada's visitor areas are clustered in the southwest near the airport and capital — choosing the right base shapes your whole trip. Here is how the most popular areas compare:

Southwest

Grand Anse

The main resort strip on Grenada's best beach — hotels, restaurants and watersports, minutes from the airport and St. George's. Best for: First-timers, beach lovers and families (about 10–15 min from GND).

South

Lance aux Épines

A quieter upscale peninsula of villas, boutique hotels and sheltered bays, popular with the sailing crowd. Best for: Couples, sailors and a calmer, residential feel.

Capital

St. George's & the Carenage

Stay in the heart of the capital for harbour views, history, markets and easy access to town dining. Best for: Sightseeing, a central base and shorter sightseeing trips.