Estonia
General Information
- Population: 1.5 million
- Area: 45,227 square km, 45,227 square miles.
- Language(s): Estonian
- Capital City: Tallinn
- Major Cities: Tartu, Parnu, Viljandi.
- Local Time: From 28 Mar 04 to 31 Oct 04 GMT +3, From 31 Oct 04 to 27 Mar 05 GMT +2
- Currency: Kroon (EEK 1 = 100 Sents)
- Notes: EEK: 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 500
Passport, Visa, Embassy
Passport & Visa Info
The following details relate to holders of adult normal passports (requirements for children may be different), if any other type of passport or travel document is held, entry requirements should be checked with the relevant embassy or consulate.
Passports
Required, but NOT by the following:
1) Holders of Aliens passport issued to alien residents by Estonia.
2) Holders of Temporary Travel Documents issued to alien residents by Estonia (valid for one trip only)
Airports
- Tallinn (TLL)
Health risks
Estonia is a rapidly developing nation that has experienced significant success in reforming its political and economic institutions since regaining independence in 1991. Tourist facilities are generally good though some amenities may be lacking in rural areas. Some goods and services may not be available outside of major cities. The capital is Tallinn.
CRIME: The rate of crime is generally low.
Weather
Climate: Cold winters and moderately warm summers. Spring between late Mar-early Apr has mild days but frequently frosty nights. Summer is between Jun-Sep, the warmest month being Jul, which also has the heaviest rainfall. Winter sets in around Nov.
Clothing: Lightweight cottons and linens during all seasons except winter when warm clothes are required.