Gibraltar Flights and Travel Guide

Language

English is used for official purposes and in schools, but Spanish is also widely spoken.

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Communications

The international dialing code for Gibraltar is +350, except when calling from Spain when 9567 must precede the local number instead. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 001 for the U.S.). City codes are not required. The local mobile phone operator uses the GSM 900 network and has roaming agreements with all major international operators. There is at present one Internet cafe in Gibraltar.

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Tipping

A service charge is generally included in restaurant bills, but it is usual to leave an extra 10 percent.

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Safety

There is a risk of international terrorism and visitors should be vigilant in public places and tourist sites. There are very few incidences of street crime or violence. Authorities on both sides of the Spanish/Gibraltar border often delay vehicles and it is usually better to leave one's car in Spain and walk to and from Gibraltar to avoid lengthy queues.

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Health

No vaccinations are required. Tap water is chlorinated, but it is advisable to start with bottled water.

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Electricity

Electrical current is 240 volts AC, 50 Hz. Plugs in use are the round two-pin type or the rectangular three-pin plug.

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