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Corsica travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Corsica with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Corsica.
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Corsica travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Corsica 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.
| Corsica - quick facts | |
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| Flight time✝ | 2.5 hours |
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | French |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Corsica weather
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The Corsica weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Ajaccio.
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Corsica travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Corsica from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Corsica - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Corsica - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Corsica - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Corsica - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
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 Corsica.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Corsica travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Corsica with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Corsica - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Corsica - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Corsica - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Corsica, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Corsica covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Corsica with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Corsica - Ministry of Solidarity & Health, France
- Coronavirus timeline in Corsica - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Corsica - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Corsica travel features
Do you want to learn more about Corsica? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Corsica.
Corsica FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Corsica including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from France?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from France. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Corsica from the UK?
The flight time to Corsica from the UK is typically 2.5 hours.
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What is the time difference between Corsica and the UK?
The time difference between Corsica and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Corsica?
The main language spoken in Corsica is French.
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What is the currency in Corsica?
The currency in Corsica is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Corsica?
Corsica uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Corsica?
They drive on the right side of the road in Corsica.
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