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Lesotho

Travel Factsheet •

LSL
Currency
Sesotho
Language
+266
Calling Code
L
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 112 Ambulance: 112

Entry Requirements

Visa: Visa-free for many nationalities for up to 14 days; check specific requirements.
Passport: 6 months validity

Money & Costs

Cards: Mixed
ATMs: Medium
Daily Budget: $80
Tipping: 10-15% is common in restaurants.

Health & Safety

Doctors: Common
Pharmacy: Limited hours

Essential Phrases

Hello Lumela
Goodbye Tsamaya hantle
Please Ka kopo
Thank you Kea leboha
Sorry Ke masiela

Things to Avoid

Ignoring altitude sickness symptomsNot carrying cashAssuming english is spoken everywhere Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Land disputes