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Kiribati travel advice
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Kiribati travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Kiribati 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.
Kiribati - quick facts | |
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Time difference | UK +12 to +14 hours |
Language(s) | Gilbertese, English |
Currency | Kiribati Dollar, Australian Dollar |
Electricity | I plug (240V) |
Driving side | Left |
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Kiribati weather
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The Kiribati weather guide shows long term monthly averages for South Tarawa.
Kiribati travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Kiribati from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Kiribati - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Kiribati - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Kiribati - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Kiribati - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Kiribati - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
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 Kiribati.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Kiribati travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Kiribati with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Kiribati - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Kiribati - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Kiribati - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Kiribati, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Kiribati covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Kiribati with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Kiribati - Government of Kiribati
- Coronavirus timeline in Kiribati - Our World in Data
Kiribati travel features
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Kiribati FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Kiribati including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Kiribati due to Covid-19?
Kiribati is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.
Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK. Further test during the first 3 days for all arrivals.
Check out Government of Kiribati for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Kiribati?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Kiribati. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Kiribati and the UK?
The time difference between Kiribati and the UK is UK time+12 to UK time+14 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Kiribati?
The main languages spoken in Kiribati are Gilbertese and English.
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What is the currency in Kiribati?
The currency in Kiribati is the Kiribati Dollar (KID) and the Australian Dollar (AUD).
Which plugs are used in Kiribati?
Kiribati uses electrical plug type I (240 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Kiribati?
They drive on the left side of the road in Kiribati.
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