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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Central African Republic.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in euro (EUR)
Exchange cash into local currency outside larger urban areas
Local currency / ISO Code
Equatorial CFA franc XAF
Die gängigen Kreditkarten werden in begrenztem Umfang akzeptiert. Für detaillierte Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Aussteller der betreffenden Karte.
The Travel Mastercard card is occasionally accepted at major hotels and restaurants.
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Prior to leaving the country, it is advisable to spend local banknotes or to exchange them back into hard currency.
Exchanging XAF in Switzerland may cause problems and result in considerable exchange loss.
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.
Vaccination against yellow fever mandatory.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Time difference with Switzerland
+/- 0 h; - 1 h during our summer time
National language
Official language
French
Capital
Bangui
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Voltage
220 volt
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Find out in advance about the documents necessary to obtain a visa.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Bangui, Immeuble AGF Centrafrique, Blvd Général de Gaulle
Tel. +236 21 61 36 66 / +236 21 61 57 69
Opening hours
Banks
7.30 - 11.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
8.00 - 12.00 h and 16.00 - 19.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Driving
International driver's license required.
Other information
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile 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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