Kyrgyzstan
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 7.34 million people live in Kyrgyzstan, on 199,951 km². The capital is Bishkek.
- Capital
- Bishkek
- Population
- 7,343,064
- Area
- 199,951 km²
- Official language
- Kyrgyz
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 Kyrgyzstan?
Sockets take plug type C/F, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Kyrgyzstan?
Call 102 for the police, 103 for an ambulance and 101 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Kyrgyzstan?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Kyrgyzstan?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Kyrgyzstan?
Prices are in Kyrgyz Som (KGS).
What language do they speak in Kyrgyzstan?
Official language: Kyrgyz.
How do I call a number in Kyrgyzstan from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +996.
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.
