Travel advice for Macau.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Macau.

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Swiss francs (CHF)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

 

Local currency / ISO Code

Pataca MOP

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Payment by credit card is relatively common. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

ATM Search

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 7 h / + 6 h during our summer time

Capital

Macau

Voltage

220 volt / adapter recommended

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Wachai (Hongkong), Suite 6206-07, Central Plaza, 18 Harbour Road, Wanchai
Tel. +852 2522 7147 / +852 2522 7148

Opening hours

Banks

  • 9.00 - 17.00 h (Mon - Fri)
    9.00 - 13.00 h (Sat)

Stores

10.00 - 20.00 h (daily)

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • International driver's licence required for car rentals.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).

Health situation

Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

National language

Official language

Portuguese and Cantonese

Language capabilities

English

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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