Tajikistan
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 10.8 million people live in Tajikistan, on 143,100 km². The capital is Dushanbe.
- Capital
- Dushanbe
- Population
- 10,786,734
- Area
- 143,100 km²
- Official language
- Tajik
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 Tajikistan?
Sockets take plug type C/F, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Tajikistan?
Call 102 for the police, 103 for an ambulance and 101 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Tajikistan?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Tajikistan?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Tajikistan?
Prices are in Tajikistani Somoni (TJS).
What language do they speak in Tajikistan?
Official language: Tajik.
How do I call a number in Tajikistan from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +992.
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.
