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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Central African Republic.
The Travel Mastercard card is occasionally accepted at major hotels and restaurants.
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Prior to leaving the country, it is advisable to spend local banknotes or to exchange them back into hard currency.
Exchanging XAF in Switzerland may cause problems and result in considerable exchange loss.
Time difference with Switzerland
+/- 0 h; - 1 h during our summer time
Capital
Bangui
National language
Official language
French
Voltage
220 volt
Opening hours
Banks
7.30 - 11.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
8.00 - 12.00 h and 16.00 - 19.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Find out in advance about the documents necessary to obtain a visa.
Other information
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Driving
International driver's license required.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Bangui, Immeuble AGF Centrafrique, Blvd Général de Gaulle
Tel. +236 21 61 36 66 / +236 21 61 57 69
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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