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Lapland travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Lapland with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Flight time✝ | 6 hours |
Time difference | UK +2 hours |
Language(s) | Finnish |
Currency | Euro |
Electricity | C + F plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
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Lapland travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Lapland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Lapland - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Lapland - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Lapland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Lapland.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Lapland travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Lapland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Lapland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Lapland covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Lapland with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Latest info on travel to Lapland - Government of Finland
Lapland travel features
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Lapland FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Lapland including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Lapland?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Lapland. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Lapland from the UK?
The flight time to Lapland from the UK is typically 6 hours.
Flights to Lapland
What is the time difference between Lapland and the UK?
The time difference between Lapland and the UK is UK time+2 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Lapland?
The main language spoken in Lapland is Finnish.
What is the currency in Lapland?
The currency in Lapland is the Euro (EUR).
Which plugs are used in Lapland?
Lapland uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Lapland?
They drive on the right side of the road in Lapland.
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