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Visitor Information
Getting Around
Majuro has a fine, incredibly cheap shared-taxi system that's very easy to use - just stand at the side of the
road and wave when they come by. There are also 15-passenger minivan taxis that generally stick to the island's
main road. Either way, they're frequent and affordable.
Car rental is possible on Majuro at reasonable rates. Visitors are allowed to drive in Majuro for 30 days with
their home country's driver's license. Gas is twice as expensive as in the US, half as much as in Europe. Driving
is on the right.
Banking
Bank of the Marshall Islands, Bank of Hawaii, and Bank of Guam all have branches on Majuro; Bank of Marshall Islands
and Bank of Guam have branches on Ebeye; and Bank of Guam has a branch on Kwajalein.
Medical Facilities
Majuro has one private clinic and one public hospital. Ebeye has one public hospital. Most outer islands have medical
dispensaries.
Health Issues
Insect-borne diseases: Sandflies and mosquitoes transmit diseases, so personal protective measures are important
when insects are encountered.
Food- and water-borne diseases: Other diseases, including hepatitis A, are transmitted by unsanitary food handling
procedures and contaminated water. Bacteria that cause stomach upset and traveler's diarrhea are common. Food and
beverage precautions are important in order to avoid illness.
Restaurants
A wide variety of restaurants are available on Majuro.
Telecommunications
Satellite, telex, telephone, cable, facsimile and electronic mail are available. Communications with outer islands
is by radio.
Telephone Dialing
When dialing direct from the U.S., dial 011 (international access code) + 692 (country code) + local number.
Electricity
Electricity on Majuro and Ebeye is generated by modern power plants. They supply 110- volt/60 cycle power. Outer
islands have small generators and some solar panels.
Time Zone
GMT +12.
Postal Services
The Marshalls uses the U.S. Postal Service and has two post offices on Majuro, Ebeye and Jaluit.
Media
One weekly newspaper (the Marshall Islands Journal), two AM radio stations (one public and one private), two FM
radio stations, and television station.
Credit Cards
Visa, Mastercard, and American Express accepted by most major businesses.
Foreign Embassies
The U.S., the Republic of China, and Japan each have an Embassy on Majuro.
Dress/Attire
Dress is island style (casual). Cool, loose-fitting clothes accepted in most places. Sunscreen recommended. Swimsuits,
short shorts/skirts should not be worn in urban areas.
Tipping
Tipping is optional.
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