Estonia
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Estonian kroon (EEK, Kr)Official languagesEstonianTimeGMT + 2Calling code+372Area codesTallinn: 6, Tartu: 7, Narva: 35, Parnu: 44Internet TLD.eeShoppingGenerally 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 dishSilgusoust – fish in acid sauceMulgikapsad – pork with sauerkraut and boiled potatoesMarineeritud angerjas – marinade anguillaSült – boiled pork in jellyElectricityEstonia’s electricity runs on 230V/50Hz. Type F plugs are used. Converters can be bought in local shops.Passport/VisaCitizens 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 numbersAmbulance: 03Emergency: 112Fire Brigade: 01Police: 02