(a) Variations are possible from island to island.
(b) If a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the preceding Friday or following Monday is free. These peculiarities were not taken into account in the data given above.
Duty free shopping
Overview
The following items can be imported duty-free into the Northern Mariana Islands: 600 cigarettes and 454g of cigars or tobacco; 2.2L of spirits (but not beer) and 3.76L (1 US gallon) of wine and Japanese sake (persons 21 and over); Perfume for personal use. More information is available from Countryaah.com.
Prohibited Exports
The export of coral, tortoiseshell and other natural treasures is prohibited.
Business
Business contacts
Saipan Chamber of Commerce Marianas Business Plaza, PO Box 500806, Saipan MP 96950, Northern Mariana Islands Tel. +670 (0)234 71 50. Website: www.saipanchamber.com
Communication
Phone
Autodial Long Distance Service. There are public payphones on Saipan and in many hotels and restaurants.
Internet
Main providers: IT&E, MTC and Saipan Data Com (Internet: www.saipan.com).
Post office
Post offices are located on the three main islands; in addition, private postal services are available on Saipan. US postage rates apply. The post office on Saipan is open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm and Sat half-day.
