Entry Requirements
Visa Overview
Visa Not Required For Most Nationalities For Stays Up To 6 Weeks.
Passport Validity
6 Months
Digital Forms
Travel authorization form
Cash Declaration Limit
$10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits
1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes
Safety & Security
Safety Rating
Medium
Travel Advisory
Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk
Medium
Night Safety
Caution
Common Scams
- Currency exchange scams
- Overpriced tours
Health & Medical
Emergency Number
911
Response Speed
Slow
English-Speaking Doctors
Common
Pharmacy
Limited Hours
Upfront Payment
Required
Getting Around
Public Transport
Fair
Ride-sharing Apps
Uber
Navigation Apps
Google Maps
Night Transport Safety
Caution
Money & Payments
Cash vs Card
Mixed
Mobile Payments
Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability
Medium
Tipping
10-15% Expected In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $50
Tourist: $150
Family: $300
Culture & Etiquette
Dress Code
Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection
Generally Accepted.
Alcohol/Drug Policy
Strict On Drug Laws.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsCrime
Essential Phrases
Basics & Politeness
Hello
Salut
sah-loo
Goodbye
Ouwé
oo-way
Please
Souplé
soo-play
Thank you
Mèsi
meh-see
Sorry
Padon
pah-dohn
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Ou ka palé Anglé?
oo kah pah-lay ahn-glay
I don’t understand
Mwen pa konprann
mwen pah kon-pran
Can you speak slowly, please?
Ou ka palé dousman, souplé?
oo kah pah-lay doos-man, soo-play?
Can you help me, please?
Ou ka édé mwen, souplé?
oo kah eh-day mwen, soo-play?
What does this mean?
Sa ki sa vle di?
sah kee sah vleh dee?