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Queensland travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Queensland with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Queensland.
- Essential travel guide
- Weather & climate
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- FAQs
Queensland travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Queensland with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Queensland - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 22 hours |
| Time difference | UK +10 hours |
| Language(s) | English |
| Currency | Australian Dollar |
| Electricity | I plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Left |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
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Queensland tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.
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Queensland weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  29 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  13 |
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| Sea temperature °C |  26 |
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 25 |
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The Queensland weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Brisbane.
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Queensland travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Queensland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Queensland - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Queensland - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Queensland - Government of Canada
- Safe travel advisories for Queensland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Queensland.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Queensland travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Queensland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Queensland - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Queensland - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Queensland - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Queensland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Queensland covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Queensland with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Queensland - Australian Government Department of Health
- Coronavirus timeline in Queensland - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Queensland - Australian Department of Home Affairs
Queensland travel features
Do you want to learn more about Queensland? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Queensland.
Queensland FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Queensland including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Australia?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Australia. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Queensland from the UK?
The flight time to Queensland from the UK is typically 22 hours.
Flights to Queensland
What is the time difference between Queensland and the UK?
The time difference between Queensland and the UK is UK time+10 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Queensland?
The main language spoken in Queensland is English.
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What is the currency in Queensland?
The currency in Queensland is the Australian Dollar (AUD).
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Which plugs are used in Queensland?
Queensland uses electrical plug type I (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Queensland?
They drive on the left side of the road in Queensland.
Find out more about driving in Queensland with International Drivers Association*.
Transport options for Queensland
Do you need a visa for Queensland?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Queensland.
Check Queensland visa requirements for all passport holders with iVisa.com*.
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