Useful Information

Power Supply

In Tuvalu they use 3 pin type of plug (as shown)

The output is 240 Volts with a Frequency of 60 Hertz.

Telephone
Connection

In Tuvalu the standard telephone connection plugs are the British Telecom and the RJ-11 (as shown)

International and National Dialing Codes

To call a number in Funafuti from outside the country dial

International Dialing Code + 688 + Number

To call a number in Funafuti from inside the country dial

Number

To call a number outside the Tuvalu dial

00 + Country Code + Area Code + Number

Climate	Funafuti has a hot, humid tropical climate.
	Summer Autumn winter Spring	June to August - average day time temperature 30ºC September to November - average day time temperature 29ºC December to February - average day time temperature 28ºC March to May - average day time temperature 29ºC
	Temperatures in summer can reach as high as 35ºC and in winter as low as 22ºC The wettest months of the year are between November and April.

Currency	The Australian Dollar is the legal tender of Australia. 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 $1 50c 20c 10c 5c
	Note: Tuvalu has its own currency - The Tuvalu Dollar - which is equivalent to the Australian Dollar, however they only have coins so the Australian Banknotes are used exclusively but both Australian and Tuvalu coins are legal tender. Warning: Take cash in AU$ or AU$ travellers checks as there are no banks or ATMs

What to wear

In Tuvalu 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 Tuvalu are required to be in possession of a valid passport. No visa is required, but a visitor permit will be issued on arrival. The permit is valid for one month, providing you have sufficient funds, proof of accommodation, and an onward ticket.

Health

If you're arriving from a yellow fever-infected area you will require a vaccination certificate. Hepatitis A, B, dengue fever and filariasis are all present so check with your local doctor regarding immunisation well prior to travel. Another problem will be the tendency for cuts and abrasions caused by coral to turn septic. Also the water is undrinkable in its natural state. Medical Care is available at the Princess Margaret Hospital. Travel health insurance is essential.