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South Carolina travel advice
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South Carolina travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to South Carolina 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.
South Carolina - quick facts | |
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Flight time✝ | 11.5 hours |
Time difference | UK -5 hours |
Language(s) | English |
Currency | US Dollar |
Electricity | A + B plug (120V) |
Driving side | Right |
Visa✝ | Yes |
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South Carolina travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting South Carolina from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the South Carolina - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the South Carolina - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the South Carolina - Government of Canada
- Safe travel advisories for the South Carolina - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the South Carolina - 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 South Carolina.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
South Carolina travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to South Carolina with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the South Carolina - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the South Carolina - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the South Carolina - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in South Carolina, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
South Carolina covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in South Carolina with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the South Carolina - South Carolina Department of Health
- Coronavirus timeline in the South Carolina - Johns Hopkins University
- Latest info on travel to the South Carolina - US Centers for Disease Control
South Carolina travel features
Do you want to learn more about South Carolina? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in South Carolina.
South Carolina FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to South Carolina including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to South Carolina due to Covid-19?
South Carolina is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.
Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out South Carolina Department of Health for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from the USA?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from the USA. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to South Carolina from the UK?
The flight time to South Carolina from the UK is typically 11.5 hours.
Flights to South Carolina
What is the time difference between South Carolina and the UK?
The time difference between South Carolina and the UK is UK time-5 hours.
What is the main language spoken in South Carolina?
The main language spoken in South Carolina is English.
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What is the currency in South Carolina?
The currency in South Carolina is the US Dollar (USD).
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Which plugs are used in South Carolina?
South Carolina uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in South Carolina?
They drive on the right side of the road in South Carolina.
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Do you need a visa for South Carolina?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter South Carolina.
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