Travel advice for .

Here you will find important tips and useful information for .

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

 

  • Swiss Bankers Travel is not accepted in this country.

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Banknotes

in US Dollar (USD)

  • Change cash in local currency

Local currency / ISO Code

Somoni TJS

Credit cards

 

  • Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

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Practical Information:

Driving
  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if accompanied by a certified russian translation. Otherwise international driver's license required.

  • Roads often in poor condition.

Opening hours

Banks

9.00 - 13.00 h (Mon -Fri)

Stores

9.00 - 17.00/18.00 h (daily)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Dushanbe, Pavlova Street 20
Tel. +992 37 224 73 16 / +992 37 224 19 50 / +992 37 224 38 97

Travel documents for Swiss citizens
  • Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds.

  • Find out in advance about the documents necessary to obtain a visa.

  • Travelers must report to the OVIR authorities within 3 days of their arrival. These formalities are settled by the hotel for package travel.

Voltage

220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Capital

Dushanbe (Dusanbe)

National language

Official language

Tajik

Language capabilities

Russian and English

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 4 h / + 3 h during our summer time

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Mosquito protection advised.

  • Minimum risk of malaria.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Other information

Security

  • Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.

  • Travel to border areas with Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan not advised.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

  • Avoid nighttime driving.

Special legal regulations

  • Photographing military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.

  • Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.

Cultural characteristics
  • Tadzhikistan is a predominantly Moslem country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.

  • Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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