United Kingdom - Country Quickfacts
Area: | 130,279 km2 |
Capital: | London |
Country Code: | 44 |
Country Population: | 55.5 million |
Credit Cards: | All major credit cards accepted: American Express, Visa, Master Card and Diners Club |
Currency: | Pound Sterling |
Departure Tax: | From £13 to £96 depending on the destination. |
Drives on the: | Left |
Electricity: | 230 V |
Ethnic Groups: |
87% White; 7% Asian; 3% Black |
Flag: | ![]() |
Location: | North West Europe |
Official Language(s): | English, Welsh, Celtic, Cornish |
Religion: | Chrtistian (Various), Muslim |
Time Zone: | GMT (UTC) |
Tipping: | Tipping is not expected but casual "rounding up" to the nearest Pound for a meal or taxi ride is expected. |
United Kingdom Travel Information
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