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Quebec travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Quebec with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Quebec.
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Quebec travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Quebec 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.
| Quebec - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 7 hours |
| Time difference | UK -4 to -5 hours |
| Language(s) | French, English |
| Currency | Canadian Dollar |
| Electricity | A + B plug (120V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
Why visit Quebec?
Considering a holiday to the Quebec? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.
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Quebec tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.
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Quebec weather
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The Quebec weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Quebec City.
Quebec travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Quebec from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Quebec - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Quebec - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Quebec - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Quebec - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
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 Quebec.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Quebec travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Quebec with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Quebec - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Quebec - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Quebec - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Quebec, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Quebec covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Quebec with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Quebec - Public Health Agency of Canada
- Coronavirus timeline in Quebec - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Quebec - Government of Canada
Quebec travel features
Do you want to learn more about Quebec? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Quebec.
Quebec FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Quebec 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 Canada?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Canada. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Quebec from the UK?
The flight time to Quebec from the UK is typically 7 hours.
Flights to Quebec
What is the time difference between Quebec and the UK?
The time difference between Quebec and the UK is UK time-4 to UK time-5 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Quebec?
The main languages spoken in Quebec are French and English.
Learn a language for Quebec with Rosetta Stone*, Babbel* and Mondly*.
What is the currency in Quebec?
The currency in Quebec is the Canadian Dollar (CAD).
Send money to Quebec with XE Money Transfers*.
Which plugs are used in Quebec?
Quebec uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Quebec?
They drive on the right side of the road in Quebec.
Find out more about driving in Canada with International Drivers Association*.
Transport options for Quebec
Do you need a visa for Quebec?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Quebec.
Check Quebec visa requirements for all passport holders with iVisa.com*.
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