Fully automatic system with good IDD. Country code: 599. Calls made through the operator are more expensive and include a 15 per cent tax. IDD is available from hotels and some phone booths.

Analogue networks operated by Windward Islands Cellular and digital analogue network (system B) by East Caribbean Cellular (website: www.eastcaribbeancellular.com). Compatible with most US handsets but not with GSM handsets. Roaming agreements exist. Handsets can be hired at the company offices in The Bottom. GSM network is being developed and should now be in operation. Most US handsets can be used, and can be activated with a temporary number before or after arrival on the island. Visitors can also register online with ECC.

There is currently one Internet cafe on the island, in Windwardside.

Press: The Saba Herald is published monthly in English.
TV: Leeward Broadcasting Corporation, St Maarten.
Radio: Voice of Saba.

The post office is in The Bottom. Airmail to Europe takes four to six days, surface mail four to six weeks.