Travel advice for England.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for England.

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England
Import local currency unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared
Import foreign currency unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared
Export local currency unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared
Export foreign currency unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

-1 h

Capital

London

National language

Official language

English

Voltage

230/240 volt / adapter required

Opening hours

Banks

9.30 - 16.30 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

9.00 - 17.30/18.00 h (Mon - Sat)

Health situation

Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 23 to 25 (varies by company).

  • CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.8 ‰.

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

London, 16-18 Montagu Place
Tel. +44 20 7616 6001

Other information

The Kingdom includes Northern Ireland, Scotland, the Shetland Islands and Wales.

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Important

While 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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