However virtually all vehicles are imported from the USA, and therefore have the steering wheel on the left side. There are no traffic lights. The top allowable speed is 40 m.p.h. Foreign driving licences are legitimate for a period of 30 days, and are accepted as the basis of issue of a TC I licence. Back to top Transport.
Public transport is provided by a number of taxis and small buses.
Cars are usually imported from Miami or purchased locally. Duty is levied on the assessed value of the vehicle and the shipping cost. Road surfaces are variable, and the use of motorcycles is generally not recommended. Back to top Cost of living. Because of the necessity to import practically all goods, the cost of living in TCI is comparatively high.