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Estonia

🇪🇪Estonia

Europe· Updated 06/03/2026

Information

Capital

Tallinn

Population

1,340,000

Currency

Euro (EUR €)

Languages

Estonien, Russe

Continent

Europe

Calling code

+372

Timezone

Europe/Tallinn

Area

45,227 km²

Government

Parliamentary republic

National day

24 February - Independence Day

Internet domain

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About

Estonia is a parliamentary republic in Northeastern Europe, bordering Latvia and Russia, with a coastline on the Baltic Sea. It is a member of the European Union, NATO, and the eurozone since 2011. Renowned for its high level of digitalization and preserved nature.

Safety

Risk level :Overall high security level, no imminent military threat from Russia against Estonia or NATO in 2026 according to the Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service report.

Risk areas

Russian-Estonian border - Sabotage and hybrid influence

Crime(low)

  • Avoid isolated neighborhoods at night in Tallinn
  • Keep an eye on personal belongings

Terrorism(low)

  • Follow alerts from local authorities and NATO

Transport

  • Use official taxis or recognized apps

Natural risks(Low risks: occasional winter storms)

  • Check weather alerts in winter

Health(High-quality healthcare system, free access for the EU)

  • EHIC for EU citizens
  • Standard recommended vaccines

Practical tips

  • Register on Ariane for French citizens
  • Download the Estonian police app
  • Comprehensive travel insurance

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center$450
1-bedroom apartment in city center$550
1-bedroom apartment in suburb$350
3-bedroom apartment in city center$900
3-bedroom apartment in suburb$600

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal$10
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant$30
McDonald's menu$8
Local beer (0.5L)$3
Cappuccino$2.50
Water (1.5L)$1.50
Bread (500g)$1.20
Milk (1L)$0.80
Eggs (12)$1.50
Chicken (1kg)$6
Apples (1kg)$2
Bananas (1kg)$1.50

Transport

Public transport ticket$2
Monthly transport subscription$30
Taxi ride (start)$3
Taxi (1km)$1.50
Gasoline (1L)$1.20

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)$40
Tennis court (1h weekend)$20
Cinema$9
Theater$20

Health

General practitioner consultation$20
Dentist consultation$30
Antibiotic medications$10
Cold medications (6 days)$15

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)$25
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)$15
Public services for 85m² apartment$100
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)$60
Nike sports shoes$80
International primary school (monthly)$500

Indicative prices in USD · as of 11/06/2025

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F

Emergency numbers

Police112
Ambulance112
Fire department112

Practical information

Driving side

Right

Tap water

safe

Tipping

10-15% in restaurants if not included

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a visa to travel to Estonia?

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Is it dangerous to travel to Estonia?

The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall high security level, no imminent military threat from Russia against Estonia or NATO in 2026 according to the Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service report.". See the Safety section on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.

What currency is used in Estonia?

The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.

What is the capital of Estonia?

The capital of Estonia is Tallinn. The main spoken languages are: Estonien, Russe.