Travel advice for Puerto Rico

Exercise caution in Puerto Rico because pickpocketing and theft occur, especially in San Juan and crowded places. Avoid secluded areas and the poorer neighborhoods of Nemesio Canales and Llorens Torres, and do not walk alone after 11 pm. Earthquakes are frequent, and tropical storms from June to November can cause flooding, mudslides, road damage and disruption. Drugs are prohibited, and healthcare outside San Juan is limited, so obtain insurance.

Exercise normal security precautions in Puerto Rico. Secure valuables, stay alert in busy tourist areas, avoid demonstrations, and keep water, food, fuel and an emergency kit because outages and rationing frequently disrupt services. Coastal waters may have strong currents, so follow local warnings and use reputable dive and adventure operators. Drive defensively in heavy traffic and expect limited, inconsistent public transportation outside the San Juan metropolitan area.

Hong Kong advises normal precautions for Puerto Rico.

Take normal precautions in Puerto Rico and follow local laws and customs. During the Caribbean hurricane season, normally from July to October, monitor local and international weather reports, follow local authorities, and consider whether travel is necessary if extreme weather is projected. Check vaccination needs in advance. Because Puerto Rico is a United States territory, ensure you have the required entry permission and a valid passport.

Japan advises normal precautions for Puerto Rico.

Exercise usual precautions in Puerto Rico. Secure valuables, avoid isolated neighbourhoods at night, and expect petty theft on tourist routes and beaches, although violent crime is uncommon. Protests are not aimed at tourists but can disrupt traffic or turn violent. Protect against dengue, chikungunya and Zika, follow hurricane warnings, and note rip currents in coastal waters, narrow roads in mountainous areas, and rainfall in the north and south.