Faroe Islands
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
In brief
About 54.9 thousand people live in the Faroe Islands, on 1,399 km². The capital is Tórshavn.
- Capital
- Tórshavn
- Population
- 54,900
- Area
- 1,399 km²
- Official languages
- Danish and Faroese
No land borders
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in the Faroe Islands?
Sockets take plug type C/E/F/K, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in the Faroe Islands?
Call 112 for police, ambulance and fire.
Do you tip in the Faroe Islands?
Not expected.
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Faroe Islands?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in the Faroe Islands?
Prices are in Danish Krone (DKK).
What language do they speak in the Faroe Islands?
Official languages: Danish and Faroese.
How do I call a number in the Faroe Islands from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +298.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
