Estonia — Passport and Visa Information
Passports
| Country | Passport Required | Visa Required | Return Ticket Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | Yes | No | No |
| USA | Yes | No | No |
| Other EU | 1 | No | No |
| British | Yes | No | No |
| Australian | Yes | No | No |
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Notes
Estonia joined the Schengen Agreement on 21 December 2007 for overland entry points and seaports, and on 29 March 2008 for airports.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months within a six-month period. Nationals of the USA, Canada and Australia will need to have evidence of sufficient health and travel insurance and sufficient funds for the duration of stay. This does not apply to EU citizens
Visa Note
For longer stays nationals will need to apply for a residence permit.
Types of Visa and Cost
Those who require a visa will be charged at the following rate.
Airport transit visa: £53, Transit visa: £53, Short-term visa: £53, Long-term visa: £67.
Working Days Required
Visas should be issued in seven to ten working days but may take up to 30.
Travel Warnings
Most visits to Estonia are trouble-free, but travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Petty theft, especially in Tallinn Old Town, is becoming increasingly common.
If driving into Estonia, travelers must have the original V5 C (Vehicle Registration Document).
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, travelers are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Health Care
For European visitors who are taken ill or have an accident, free or reduced-cost treatment is available – in most cases on production of a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). The EHIC gives access to state-provided medical treatment only. Note that the EHIC replaces the Form E111, which is no longer valid.
Vaccinations
| Vaccination | Special Precaution |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Yes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | No |
| Rabies | Sometimes |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Sometimes |
| Yellow Fever | No |
