Turks & Caicos travel advice

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

Turks & Caicos travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the Turks & Caicos 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.

Turks and Caicos Islands - quick facts
Flight time✝ 12 hours
Time difference UK -5 hours
Language(s) English
Currency United States Dollar
Electricity A + B plug (120V)
Driving side Left

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Turks & Caicos weather

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Turks & Caicos travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Turks & Caicos 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 the Turks & Caicos.

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

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Turks & Caicos travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Turks & Caicos 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 the Turks & Caicos, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Turks & Caicos covid live updates

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

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Turks & Caicos FAQs

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

Are there entry restrictions to the Turks & Caicos due to Covid-19?

Turks & Caicos is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.

Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.

Check out Ministry of Health, Turks & Caicos for more information.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from the Turks & Caicos?

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

What is the flight time to the Turks & Caicos from the UK?

The flight time to the Turks & Caicos from the UK is typically 12 hours.

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What is the time difference between the Turks & Caicos and the UK?

The time difference between the Turks & Caicos and the UK is UK time-5 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the Turks & Caicos?

The main language spoken in the Turks & Caicos is English.

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What is the currency in the Turks & Caicos?

The currency in the Turks & Caicos is the United States Dollar (USD).

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Which plugs are used in the Turks & Caicos?

Turks & Caicos uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the Turks & Caicos?

They drive on the left side of the road in the Turks & Caicos.

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