The Faroe Islands are a group of 18 islands in the North Atlantic Ocean. They are part of the Kingdom of Denmark and there are more sheep than people living here. Hence the name Faroe Islands, which almost literally translates to ‘Sheep Islands’. But there is a lot more to the Faroe Islands than sheep: vertical drop-offs and cliffs, rising straight from the Atlantic Ocean, picturesque villages, unique species of birds like puffins and Jurassic Park vibes. Curious about more? Discover everything about visiting the Faroe Islands in our guide.
The best time to visit the Faroe Islands is during summer, from June to August. During this period you have the best chance of good weather, but this is never guaranteed in the Faroe Islands.
Outside the summer season, temperatures remain quite mild, but it can be very wet. Also, the days will be shorter, so you’ll have less time to explore.
Important: the Faroe Islands are NOT part of the EU. European roaming charges don’t count here. It is, therefore, best to buy a local SIM card (e.g. at the airport) or purchase an E-sim.
It is also not part of the Schengen area. Therefore a visa to Denmark and a Schengen visa do not give access to the Faroe Islands. Citizens from EU or Schengen countries do not need a visa to enter., but it is recommended to always recheck visa requirements before your visit.
The official currency in the Faroe Islands is the Danish krone (DKK) and you can pay by card almost anywhere. If not, you will find an ATM in every village where you can withdraw money.
The official languages in the Faroe Islands are Faroese, which is most similar to Icelandic, and Danish. In addition, English is also widely spoken among the inhabitants.
It is perfectly safe to drink fresh water from the tap.
The Faroe Islands are not part of the Schengen area. Therefore a visa to Denmark and a Schengen visa do not give access to the Faroe Islands. Citizens from EU or Schengen countries do not need a visa to enter, but it is recommended to always recheck visa requirements before your visit.
Travelers from outside EU also have to check if their country has a visa-free agreement with Faroe Islands for visa requirements.
The Faroe Islands are NOT part of the EU. European roaming charges don't count here. It is, therefore, best to buy a local SIM card (e.g. at the airport) or purchase an e-SIM.
We recommend Airalo E-Sim!
Tipping is not part of the culture in the Faroe Islands and is not expected. A service charge is always included in your bill. If the service was outstanding and you want to tip, you can just round up the bill.
In the Faroe Islands electrical sockets and plugs are type C, E, F, and K and are common to most European countries. They operate on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
The time zone in the Faroe Islands is in summer GMT+1 and in winter GMT.
