Here you will find important tips and useful information for Tajikistan.
in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Somoni TJS
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Money is to be exchanged only at official points such as banks and exchange offices.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD); new banknotes (new banknote series)
Small amounts better accepted than large amounts.
+ 4 h / + 3 h during our summer time
Dushanbe (Dusanbe)
Official language
Tajik
Language capabilities
Russian and English
220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Banks
9.00 - 13.00 h (Mon -Fri)
Stores
9.00 - 17.00/18.00 h (daily)
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
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.
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Dushanbe, Pavlova Street 20
Tel. +992 37 224 73 16 / +992 37 224 19 50 / +992 37 224 38 97
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.
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