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English Language
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Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa-free For Many Countries; Check Specific Requirements.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Eta (electronic travel authorization)
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating High
Travel Advisory Exercise Normal Precautions
Pickpocketing Risk Low
Night Safety Safe
Common Scams
  • Fake taxi drivers
  • Rental car scams

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 911
Response Speed Fast
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Not Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Good
Ride-sharing Apps Uber, Lyft
Navigation Apps Google Maps, Waze
Night Transport Safety Safe

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability High
Tipping 15-20% In Restaurants
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $50 Tourist: $120 Family: $300

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Casual Attire Is Acceptable.
Public Affection Accepted
Alcohol/Drug Policy Legal But Regulated
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsIndigenous rights

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Bonjour
Bohn-zhoor
Goodbye
Au revoir
Oh ruh-vwahr
Please
S'il vous plaît
Seel voo pleh
Thank you
Merci
Mehr-see
Sorry
Désolé
Day-zoh-lay
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Parlez-vous anglais?
Par-lay voo ahn-glay?
I don’t understand
Je ne comprends pas
Zhuh nuh kom-prahn pah
Can you speak slowly, please?
Pouvez-vous parler lentement, s'il vous plaît?
Poo-vay voo par-lay lahnt-mahn, seel voo pleh?
Can you help me, please?
Pouvez-vous m'aider, s'il vous plaît?
Poo-vay voo meh-day, seel voo pleh?
What does this mean?
Que signifie cela?
Kuh see-nee-fee suh-lah?

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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