Economy - overview:
Some fishing takes place in adjacent waters. There is a potential source of income from harvesting finfish and krill. The islands receive income from postage stamps produced in the UK, sale of fishing licenses, and harbor and landing fees from tourist vessels. Tourism from specialized cruise ships is increasing rapidly.

NOTE: The information regarding South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands on this page is re-published from the 2007 World Fact Book of the United States Central Intelligence Agency. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Economy 2007 information contained here. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Economy 2007 should be addressed to the CIA.