Estonia




PRACTICALITIES



Currency

Estonian kroon (EEK, Kr)


Official languages

Estonian


Time

GMT + 2


Calling code

+372


Area codes

Tallinn: 6, Tartu: 7, Narva: 35, Parnu: 44


Internet TLD

.ee


Shopping

Generally shops are open Monday–Friday from 10am to 6pm. Some shops are open on Saturdays from 10am to 5pm.


National holidays

New Year’s Day January 1
Independence Day February 24
Easter movable feast
May Day May 1
Whit Sunday movable feast
Victory Day June 23
Midsummer’s Day June 24
Restoration Day August 20
Christmas December 25 & 26


National dish

Silgusoust – fish in acid sauce
Mulgikapsad – pork with sauerkraut and boiled potatoes
Marineeritud angerjas – marinade anguilla
Sült – boiled pork in jelly


Electricity

Estonia’s electricity runs on 230V/50Hz. Type F plugs are used. Converters can be bought in local shops.


Passport/Visa

Citizens of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland do not need visa for entry into Estonia (for stays of up to 90 days). Only a valid passport is required. Citizens of Schengen states need only an identity card.


Useful numbers

Ambulance: 03
Emergency: 112
Fire Brigade: 01
Police: 02