Travel advice for Germany.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Germany.

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Euro (EUR)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

in euro (EUR)

  • For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Euro EUR

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

ATM Search

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+/- 0 h

Capital

Berlin

National language

Official language

German

Voltage

220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Opening hours

Banks

8.30 - 16.00 h (Mon - Wed, Fri)
8.30 - 17.30 h (Thu)

Stores

9.00/10.00 - 18.30/20.00 h (Mon - Fri)
9.00/10.00 - 16.00/20.00 h (Sat)

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Valid ID card or passport expired less than 5 years for stays up to 3 months.

Driving
  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 2 years previously, varies by rental company.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 18 to 25 (varies by company).

  • Speed limits: city 50 km/h, highway 100 km/h and motorways 130* km/h (*recommended).

  • CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.

Country code for calling Switzerland

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

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Berlin, Otto-von-Bismarck-Allee 4A
Tel. +49 30 390 40 00

Other information

Special legal regulations

Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.

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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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