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All visitors are requested to have proof of health insurance. Visitors who require a visa should have a passport that is valid for three months after the period of intended stay, while passports of those not requiring a visa need only be valid for the period of intended stay, other than EEA members. Estonia became a member state on 27 December 2007, but passport control will remain at airports for intra-Schengen flights until 29 March 2008. The borderless region known as the Schengen area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden. All these countries issue a standard Schengen visa that has a multiple entry option that allows the holder to travel freely within the borders of all.
Americans: US citizens must have a valid passport. A visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days in a six-month period.
UK nationals: UK citizens must have a valid passport. If holding a passport endorsed British Citizen a visa is not required. British National (Overseas), British Overseas Territories Citizen or British Subject with the right of abode in the UK do not require a visa for a stay of up to 90 days in a six-month period. In all other cases, a visa is required.
Canadians: Canadians must have a valid passport. A visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days in a six-month period.
Australians: Australians must have a valid passport. A visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days in a six-month period.
South Africans: South Africans must have a passport valid for at least three months after period of intended stay and a visa.
Irish nationals: Irish citizens must have a valid passport. A visa is not required.
New Zealanders: New Zealand nationals must have a valid passport. A visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days in a six-month period.
Health
No vaccinations are required for entry to Estonia, but it is highly recommended that adults be immunized against Hepatitis A as well as for tetanus and diphtheria if they have not been vaccinated for these diseases during the preceding 10 years. Medical insurance is vital. Estonia's medical professionals are highly trained but resources and equipment are sadly lacking. Immediate cash payment is expected from visitors requiring health care. There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK and most EU countries, whose citizens are entitled to free medical and dental treatment on presentation of a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Medical insurance is advised for other nationalities.
Safety
Visits to Estonia are usually trouble free, but with an increase in tourism there has also been an increase in tourist-related crime. There is a risk of pick-pocketing and mugging around Tallinn's Old Town, at ferry ports and major hotels. Be vigilant and take precautions like avoiding unlit side streets and parks after dark.
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