Travel guide to Germany (Berlin) — Passport validity, power plugs, currency & emergency numbers
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- Capital: Berlin
- Official language: German
- Currency: Euro (EUR · €)
- Passport validity & visa rule: Schengen Area: minimum 3 months validity after your departure date. (Min. 3 months)
- Power plugs & electricity: Type C & F (European Schuko) · 230 V (50 Hz)
- Emergency numbers: Police: 110 / 112 | Ambulance: 112 | Fire: 112
- International calling code: +49
- Tap water safety: Extremely pure tap water nationwide.
- Tipping custom: Round up the bill by adding 5% to 10% when paying.
- Driving side: Right