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Tonga

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ดTonga

Oceaniaยท Updated 06/03/2026

Information

Capital

Nuku'alofa

Population

104,000

Currency

Tongan Pa'anga (TOP T$)

Languages

Tongan, English

Continent

Oceania

Calling code

+676

Timezone

Pacific/Tongatapu

Area

747 kmยฒ

Government

Constitutional monarchy

National day

4 June - Emancipation Day

Internet domain

.to

About

Tonga is a Polynesian kingdom in Oceania consisting of 169 islands. It is one of the last absolute monarchies with a constitutional monarchy system. The population mainly relies on agriculture, fishing, and tourism.

Safety

Risk level :Overall risk level low to moderate for travelers.

Risk areas

Nuku'alofa - Minor crime

Crime(Low)

  • Avoid wearing visible valuables
  • Stay vigilant at night

Terrorism(Low)

  • No significant risk reported

Transport

  • Drive carefully, wear helmet on motorcycle

Natural risks(High risks of cyclones, earthquakes, and tsunamis)

  • Follow official alerts, have an evacuation plan

Health(Limited healthcare system, hospitals in Nuku'alofa)

  • Recommended vaccines: Hepatitis A/B, Typhoid, Zika
  • Comprehensive travel insurance mandatory

Practical tips

  • Register with your embassy
  • Respect local customs
  • Carry cash as cards are limited

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center0
1-bedroom apartment in the city center0
1-bedroom apartment in the suburb0
3-bedroom apartment in the city center0
3-bedroom apartment in the suburb0

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal0
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurant0
McDonald's menu0
Local beer (0.5L)0
Cappuccino0
Water (1.5L)0
Bread (500g)0
Milk (1L)0
Eggs (12)0
Chicken (1kg)0
Apples (1kg)0
Bananas (1kg)0

Transport

Public transport ticket0
Monthly transport subscription0
Taxi ride (start)0
Taxi (1km)0
Gasoline (1L)0.59

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)0
Tennis court (1h weekend)0
Cinema13.42
Theater0

Health

General practitioner consultation0
Dentist consultation0
Antibiotic medications0
Cold medications (6 days)0

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)0
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)0
Public services for 85mยฒ apartment0
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)0
Nike sports shoes0
International primary school (monthly)0

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage240V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType A, Type C, Type I

Emergency numbers

Police911
Ambulance911
Fire department911

Practical information

Driving side

Left

Tap water

unsafe

Tipping

Not customary

Photos

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New Zealand's North Island

New Zealand's North Island

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New Zealand's North Island

New Zealand's North Island

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Mikael Dubarry

New Zealand's North Island

New Zealand's North Island

Tonga

Anastasia Yudin

New Zealand's North Island

New Zealand's North Island

Tonga

Ollie Craig

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

Tonga

Karlee Heck

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

Tonga

Mick Haupt

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

Tonga

Stephen Leonardi

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

Tonga

Thai Nguyen

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

The country has four national parks which are administered by Forest

Tonga

Soly Moses

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