Useful Information

Power Supply

In Christmas Island they use a three pin type of plug (as shown)

The output is 240 Volts with a Frequency of 50 Hertz.

Telephone
Connection

In Christmas Island the standard telephone connection plug is the Australian Telstra (as shown)

International and National Dialing Codes

To call a number in The Settlement from outside the country dial

International Dialing Code + 61 + 8 + Number

To call a number in The Settlement from inside the country dial

08 + Number

To call a number outside Christmas Island dial

0011 + Country Code + Area Code + Number

Climate	Christmas Island has a warm, humid tropical climate
	Summer Autumn winter Spring	December to February - average day time temperature 28ºC March to May - average day time temperature 27ºC June to August - average day time temperature 26ºC September - November - average day time temperature 27ºC
	Temperatures in Summer can reach as high as 35ºC and in winter as low as 18ºC The wettest months of the year are between December and April.

Currency	The Australian Dollar is the legal tender of Christmas Island. There are 100 cents to the Dollar.

	Notes are issued in denominations of	$100 $50 $20 $10 $5	Coins are issued in denominations of	$2 $1 50c 20c 10c 5c
	Most foreign currency and traveller's cheques are easily exchanged at hotels and banks. Most major credit cards are accepted throughout the country.

What to wear

In Christmas Island due to the tropical climate light clothing such as shorts, tee shirts and sandals are recommended. Being in the tropics, it is always advisable to have a rain coat handy. A jacket or jumper may be required at night when the temperature drops.

Visas

International visitors to Christmas Island are required to be in possession of a valid passport and visa to obtain entry into the country. (Australian Citizens are exempt) Visas are issued from Australian Embassies and Consulates around the world.

Health

International visitors to Christmas Island are advised to have vaccinations before travelling to this area Check with your local doctor or view the CDC web site for further information. Medical services are available at the Indian Ocean Territories Health Service facility. Travellers are advised to have medical travel insurance.