Massachusetts travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Massachusetts with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Massachusetts.

Massachusetts travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Massachusetts 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.

Massachusetts - quick facts
Flight time✝ 7.5 hours
Time difference UK -5 hours
Language(s) English
Currency US Dollar
Electricity A + B plug (120V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

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Massachusetts tourist information

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.

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Massachusetts weather

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Massachusetts travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Massachusetts from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

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 Massachusetts.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Massachusetts travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Massachusetts covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Massachusetts with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Massachusetts travel features

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Massachusetts FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Massachusetts including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Massachusetts due to Covid-19?

Massachusetts is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.

Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.

Check out Massachusetts Department of Public Health for more information.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from the USA?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from the USA. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Massachusetts from the UK?

The flight time to Massachusetts from the UK is typically 7.5 hours.

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What is the time difference between Massachusetts and the UK?

The time difference between Massachusetts and the UK is UK time-5 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Massachusetts?

The main language spoken in Massachusetts is English.

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What is the currency in Massachusetts?

The currency in Massachusetts is the US Dollar (USD).

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Which plugs are used in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Massachusetts?

They drive on the right side of the road in Massachusetts.

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Do you need a visa for Massachusetts?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Massachusetts.

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