Island, Jersey
Jersey
Channel Island of beaches, cliff paths, seafood and finance jobs, with warm British-French flavor. Very safe and easy; expensive, with limited nightlife and public transport mostly by bus.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$3,700–5,020Comfortable, one person · £2,800–3,800Details
- Best time to goMay–SepWarmest: Aug, 19°CDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableMains water is treated and safe to drink.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$66–106Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundLiberty BusWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless almost everywhere.Details
Where to stay in Jersey
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| St Helier | Main town: shops, restaurants, hotels and the ferry port |
| St Aubin | Harbour village, quieter, bus link to St Helier |
| Gorey | Castle, harbor and east-coast seafood |
| St Brelade | Beach resort on the south-west coast |
Apps that work in Jersey
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Taxis: No Uber or Bolt in practice. Book local taxis by phone or use ranks in St Helier; fares are metered.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Jersey.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless almost everywhere. Jersey notes aren't accepted in the UK; ask for Bank of England notes.
- Currency: Pound (GBP). US$1 ≈ £0.76 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Bank ATMs are usually free to use; your own bank may charge. Decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: 10–12.5% in restaurants unless a service charge is added; not expected in pubs.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay are widely accepted.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Part of the Common Travel Area: no passport control arriving from the UK, Ireland, Guernsey or the Isle of Man; airlines and ferries still want photo ID.
- Since 23 April 2026, visa-exempt visitors (not British or Irish) need an ETA: £20, valid two years. A UK ETA also covers Jersey.
- French nationals on day trips by scheduled ferry can use a national ID card instead of an ETA.
Emergency numbers
Police 999 · Ambulance 999 · Fire 999 · All emergencies 999
Plugs
Type G · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Pay-as-you-go SIMs from JT or Sure shops in St Helier. Many UK plans charge roaming here, so check yours first. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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