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Practical information Gibraltar

Gibraltar
Gibraltar

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Gibraltar : Travel Information before you go!

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Area

26  sq.mi
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Flights

Approximately two and a half hours flying time from London.
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Jet Lag

population

Population

29,000 inhabitants
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Airports

North Front airport is located less than 1 mile away from the centre of town. A shuttle service runs every 15 minutes (£1). For a taxi ride, expect to pay about £8.
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Security

Do not tempt pickpocketers by displaying valuable goods. Avoid teasing the monkeys on the Rock, they can bite if annoyed.
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Languages

English is the official language, but Spanish is also widely spoken. The dialect of Gibraltar people is 'spanglish', a mix of English, Spanish and Italian.
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Required travel documents for

For European citizens, a valid passport is sufficient.
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Religion

57 % Anglican and 13 % Catholic.
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Currency

The currency is the Gibraltar Pound, which is pegged at par with the Pound Sterling. Bring Pounds Sterling with you as these are accepted everywhere, and don't forget to exchange any Gibraltar Pounds you may have left over before you leave, as these cannot be exchanged outside of the territory. Spanish Pesetas can also be used as payment, though the exchange rate is generally poor. Credit cards (Visa and MasterCard) are widely accepted and will also enable you to withdraw money from ATM machines. Banks are open from 9:00am to 15:30pm.
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Local transportation

Buses serve the whole territory. A cable-car also allows you to reach the top of the Rock. You can almost entirely explore Gibraltar by foot (two sq mi). To rent a car, only your national driver's license is necessary. The speed limit is 50 mph.
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Health

No vaccine is required, but be sure to update the usual vaccinations. Get the European health card (given by your local health care office) that allows your medical care to be free of charge once in the country.
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Electricity

Voltage is 220. Electrical outlets have three pins.
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Tourist numbers

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Taxes and tips

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Telephone

To call Gibraltar, dial 00 350 + the number you are trying to reach.

To call the UK from Gibraltar, dial 00 44 + the number you are trying to reach.