However, U.S. citizens born in the U.S. may also enter with a birth certificate and photo identification. A visa is not required for a stay of up to three months. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. In some instances, supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has proved useful.
Street crime occurs.
Tourists have been victims of armed robbery in isolated areas. Valuables left unattended on beaches are subject to theft. The loss or theft of a U.S. passport overseas should be reported to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Criminal penalties for possession, use, and dealing in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail sentences and fines. U.S. citizens may register with the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy, located at Point Salines.