Basics
Sockets & plugs
Kosovo uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
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Money
Currency
Kosovo uses the euro (symbol: €), code EUR.
Banknotes come in denominations of 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 euros. Euro is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 2 and 1 euros and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Tipping
Tipping is usually not expected in Kosovo. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts might sometimes include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.
ATMs
Automatic teller machines are common in Kosovo. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.
You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Communications
Mobile phone
Kosovo uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800.
If you don't want to buy SIM card in Kosovo upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
Dial code
To call Kosovo, dial +, then 383 (the country code for Kosovo), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number.
For local calls within Kosovo, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 28 .
Health & safety
Vaccinations
No vaccinations are required to enter this country. The vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for the traveler’s protection.
These apply only to select travelers or persons on work assignments.
Travel advisories
Alerts are issued for short-term events we think you should know about when planning travel to a country.
