Saint Kitts and Nevis
Capital: Basseterre
About
Saint Kitts and Nevis, officially the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, is an island country located in the Caribbean consisting of the two islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis, in the Leeward Islands chain of the Lesser Antilles. With 261 square kilometres (101 sq mi) of territory, and roughly 48,000 inhabitants, it is the smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere, in both area and population, as well as the world's smallest sovereign federation. The country is a Commonwealth realm, with Charles III as king and head of state.
When things are closed
Upcoming public holidays in Saint Kitts and Nevis. On these dates, expect banks, post offices, and government services to close. Many shops and museums close or run shortened hours; transit typically still runs.
Culturama Day
August 4, 2026
Tuesday
National Heroes' Day
September 16, 2026
Wednesday
Independence Day
September 19, 2026
Saturday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2026
Friday
Boxing Day · St. Stephen's Day
December 26, 2026
Saturday
New Year's Day
January 1, 2027
Friday
Cities (1)
References4
These references support the changing or licensed material on this page. Personal notes and ordinary geographic facts are not footnoted individually. Entry rules can change, so verify them before booking.
- Travel practicalities. Entry, driving, electricity, water, and official application context. Related: Driving side, World Standards, CDC Yellow Book, WHO drinking-water guidance.
- Country background. Wikipedia summary may be clipped or paraphrased. Numeric baselines are cross-checked with Wikidata. Related: Wikidata.
