Money and payments
Cards and cash
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Europe · Northern EuropeUsable guideCrown Dependency in the English Channel
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Jersey is the largest and southernmost of the Channel Islands. It's a self-governing dependency of the British Crown, but not part of the United Kingdom. It lies 14 miles (23 km) west of the Cherbourg peninsula of France in the Bay of St Malo, rather than in the Channel proper. With a resident population of around 103,000 (2021), Jersey extends some 9 miles east-west and 5 miles north-south. St Helier on the south coast is the capital, with a third of the population — it's the port, the transport hub, and has accommodation, shops, entertainment and visitor attractions such as Elizabeth Castle.
Answers to what travellers most often look up about Jersey.
Cards and cash
ATMs may offer a choice of sterling or local pounds.
English, French, Jèrriais
Jersey was heavily anglicised in the 19th and 20th centuries so English is universal. You'll see French signage, but if it looks mis-spelled, it's actually the local language of Jèrriais.
Except for a very few dead spots, all of Jersey has 4G from each of its three carriers: Airtel-Vodafone, JT and Sure, and there is Wifi in many public places.
Mobile networks
There is a hospital in St Helier which will be able to deal with most regular injuries. For specialist treatment, it is often necessary for patients to be taken to Great Britain.
Some people from Jersey refer to themselves as British (which is quasi-accurate). Some people refer to themselves as Norman, or some even French!
Attractions, food, stays and travel essentials, with ratings, reviews, opening hours and directions.
Public transport and paid services in Jersey.
By bus
Liberation Station (+44 1534 828555) is the hub for all public buses, operated by LibertyBus on behalf of the Government of Jersey.
By road
If you intend to bring your own vehicle, check your insurance, as some UK & EU motor policies don't cover the Channel Islands.
Apps for booking a taxi or a ride in Jersey.
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Other ways to travel:By bikeBy foot
Operators checked against their official websites in October 2026; services that have stopped running are not listed. Logos and Wikipedia links: Wikidata (CC0)
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in Saint Helier
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Avg. high | 10° | 9° | 10° | 11° | 13° | 15° | 17° | 18° | 17° | 16° | 13° | 11° |
| Avg. low | 8° | 8° | 8° | 9° | 11° | 14° | 16° | 16° | 16° | 14° | 12° | 9° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 96 | 79 | 69 | 47 | 51 | 47 | 47 | 54 | 47 | 96 | 110 | 106 |
| Humidity | 83% | 83% | 84% | 85% | 87% | 88% | 88% | 86% | 83% | 82% | 82% | 82% |
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
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UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Stories, itineraries and practical advice for travelling in Jersey.
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