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West Midlands travel advice
Explore our complete guide to West Midlands with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for West Midlands.
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West Midlands travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to West Midlands 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.
| West Midlands - quick facts | |
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| Time difference | UK +0 hours |
| Language(s) | English |
| Currency | Pound Sterling |
| Electricity | G plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Left |
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West Midlands weather
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The West Midlands weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Birmingham.
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West Midlands travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting West Midlands from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- Irish traveller advice for West Midlands - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for West Midlands - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for West Midlands - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for West Midlands - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for West Midlands - 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 West Midlands.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
West Midlands travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to West Midlands with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for West Midlands - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for West Midlands - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in West Midlands - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in West Midlands, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
West Midlands covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in West Midlands with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for West Midlands - UK Health Security Agency
- Coronavirus timeline in West Midlands - Coronalevel.com
- Latest info on travel to West Midlands - Department for Transport for England
West Midlands travel features
Do you want to learn more about West Midlands? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in West Midlands.
We don't currently have any travel features on West Midlands. Discover more about holiday destinations around the world with this selection of general travel articles.
West Midlands FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to West Midlands including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
What is the time difference between West Midlands and the UK?
The time difference between West Midlands and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in West Midlands?
The main language spoken in West Midlands is English.
Learn a language for West Midlands with Rosetta Stone*, Busuu* and Rocket Languages*.
What is the currency in West Midlands?
The currency in West Midlands is the Pound Sterling (GBP).
Send money to West Midlands with TransferGo*, Wise.com* and World Remit*.
Which plugs are used in West Midlands?
West Midlands uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in West Midlands?
They drive on the left side of the road in West Midlands.
Find out more about driving in UK with International Drivers Association*.
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