Pitcairn Is. Travel Risk

Pitcairn Island is a British Overseas Territory, so there is no British Embassy, and the Pitcairn Island government will support you if you need help.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

• see general advice for women travellers
• read our guide on disability and travel abroad
• see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
• read about safety for solo and independent travel
• see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism on Pitcairn Island

Although there’s no recent history of terrorism on Pitcairn Island, attacks cannot be ruled out.

Crime

Crime against visitors is uncommon.

Laws and cultural differences

Pitcairn Island is a British Overseas Territory and has its own laws.

Alcohol laws

It is illegal to import or sell alcohol without a licence.

It is also illegal to drink alcohol in a number of public places, including but not limited to all roads, the Landing, the Public Square and the Western Harbour.

Religion

The main religion on Pitcairn is Seventh Day Adventism, and the Sabbath is observed on Saturday. All religions are welcome in the church.

Grocery store

There is one grocery store on Pitcairn Island, which is open for 2 hours on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Accommodation

There are no hotels but self-catering and homestay accommodation with local families is available. You must book accommodation in advance in order to travel to Pitcairn.

Mobile network and internet

There is no mobile phone network on Pitcairn. VoIP calls are possible but only from people’s houses.

Internet facilities are available to the public at the Landing and outside the grocery store, and at most homes on the island through Starlink. Homestay guests will normally have access to local wifi facilities, possibly at additional cost.

LGBT+ travellers

Same-sex marriage has been legal on Pitcairn Island since 2015.

Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.