Estonia travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Estonia with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Estonia.

Fourteenth-century towers of the Viru Gate in Tallinn, Estonia © Relay24 - Fotolia.com
Fourteenth-century towers of the Viru Gate in Tallinn, Estonia © Relay24 - Fotolia.com

Estonia travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Estonia with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Estonia - quick facts
Flight time✝ 3 hours
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Estonian, Russian
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Estonia travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Estonia from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Estonia.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Estonia travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Estonia with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Estonia, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Estonia covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Estonia with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Estonia FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Estonia including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Estonia due to Covid-19?

Estonia is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Estonia.

Check out Health Board of the Republic of Estonia for more information.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Estonia?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Estonia. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Estonia from the UK?

The flight time to Estonia from the UK is typically 3 hours.

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What is the time difference between Estonia and the UK?

The time difference between Estonia and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Estonia?

The main languages spoken in Estonia are Estonian and Russian.

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What is the currency in Estonia?

The currency in Estonia is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Estonia?

Estonia uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Estonia?

They drive on the right side of the road in Estonia.

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