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Reunion travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Reunion with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Reunion.
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Reunion travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Reunion 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.
| Reunion - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +4 hours |
| Language(s) | French |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
Why visit Reunion?
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Reunion weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  27 |
27 |
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 25 |
24 |
 22 |
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25 |
26 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  18 |
 19 |
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 15 |
13 |
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 12 |
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17 |
| Sea temperature °C |  27 |
 28 |
28 |
27 |
26 |
 25 |
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 23 |
23 |
24 |
25 |
26 |
The Reunion weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Saint-Denis.
Reunion travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Reunion from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Reunion - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Reunion - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Reunion - Government of Canada
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 Reunion.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Reunion travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Reunion with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Reunion - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Reunion - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Reunion - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Reunion, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Reunion covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Reunion with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Reunion - Reunion Regional Health Agency
- Coronavirus timeline in Reunion - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Reunion - Prefecture of Reunion
Reunion travel features
Do you want to learn more about Reunion? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Reunion.
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Reunion FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Reunion including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Reunion due to Covid-19?
Reunion is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Reunion.
Check out Reunion Regional Health Agency for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Reunion?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Reunion. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Reunion and the UK?
The time difference between Reunion and the UK is UK time+4 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Reunion?
The main language spoken in Reunion is French.
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What is the currency in Reunion?
The currency in Reunion is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Reunion?
Reunion uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Reunion?
They drive on the right side of the road in Reunion.
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