Practical Info A-Z
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Adapter & Electricity
Great Britain uses plug type G — three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. German plugs (type C/F) do not fit! Yo…
Embassies & Consulates
German Embassy London Address: 23 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PZ Phone: +44 20 7824 1300 Web: london.diplo.de Consula…
Entry & Visa (Post-Brexit)
Since Brexit (January 1, 2021), new entry rules apply for EU citizens: Important Rules No visa required! EU citizens, S…
Money & Currency
The Pound Sterling (£, GBP) is used throughout Great Britain. As of 2026: £1 ≈ €1.15–1.20. Payment Contactless: Great B…
Health
Great Britain has one of the best public health systems in the world with the NHS (National Health Service) . However:…
Left-hand Traffic
Throughout Great Britain, left-hand driving is the norm. As a pedestrian, this is just as relevant: LOOK RIGHT FIRST wh…
Oyster Card & London Public Transport
The Oyster Card is a rechargeable plastic card for the entire London public transport system (Tube, Bus, DLR, Overgroun…
Internet & Phone
Since Brexit, EU roaming is no longer automatic in Great Britain! The situation: Many German providers (Telekom, Vodafo…
Opening Hours
Shops: Mon–Sat 9:00–18:00 (large chains and shopping centers until 20:00–21:00), Sun 10:00–16:00 (legally restricted —…
Weather & Clothing
The British weather is mild, wet, and unpredictable . Thanks to the Gulf Stream, temperatures are rarely extreme (winte…
Holidays (Bank Holidays)
British holidays are called Bank Holidays — because banks are closed (and with them many shops). England/Wales, Scotlan…
Customs & Shopping
Since Brexit, new customs rules apply between the UK and the EU: Import to the UK (from the EU) Personal use — no speci…
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