Current travel advisories for Niger
Last Update: Sunday, 26. March 2023 at 08:08
Please reconsider your need to travel to Niger.
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Current situation : 4.3 / 5
Niger is a country in Africa (Western Africa) with around 14 million citizens and a land mass of 1,267,000 km². We detected travel advisories from 6 sources for this country.
Bordering countries: 3.9 / 5
Niger shares land borders with 7 neighbouring states. For this country, the Danger Index is 3.9 (average value for all countries). All countries habe been reported as somehow dangerous: Libya (5.0), Mali (4.6), Burkina Faso (4.1), Nigeria (3.8), Chad (3.7), Benin with (3.3) and Algeria with (3.0 of 5). See danger map of the region.
Current informationen on Covid-19
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control currently reports of no cases of COVID-19 (infection with SARS-CoV-2 or Coronavirus).
Source: www.ecdc.europa.eu
Single advisories / travel warnings
New Zealand government
Quelle: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/niger
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
Do not travel to Niger due to the threat of terrorism and kidnapping, the presence of armed militants and the unpredictable security situation (level 4 of 4).
Danger level: 5
Do not travel / Extreme Risk.
German government
Quelle: https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de/ReiseUndSicherheit/nigersicherheit/226384
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
Niger: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (Teilreisewarnung). The German government advises againt travelling this country.
Danger level: 3
Regional Travel Warning.
US American government
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information.
Reconsider travel to Niger due to crime, terrorism, and kidnapping.
Country Summary: Violent crime, such as armed robbery, is common.
Terrorist groups continue plotting kidnappings and possible attacks in Niger. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting foreign and local government facilities and areas frequented by Westerners. Terrorists operate in the areas bordering Mali, Libya, Burkina Faso, and throughout northern Niger. Avoid travel to Niger’s border regions, particularly the Malian border area, Diffa region, and the Lake Chad region. Mali-based extremist groups have crossed the border and conducted multiple lethal attacks on Nigerien security forces.
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in remote and rural areas as U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel outside of the capital, Niamey, due to security concerns. Outside of Niamey, all U.S. Embassy personnel are required to travel only during daylight hours and in a minimum of a two-vehicle convoy accompanied by armed Nigerien government security escorts.
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Niger.
Danger level: 4
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Australian government
Quelle: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/niger
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
We've reviewed our advice for Niger. We continue to advise do not travel to Niger, this now includes the capital Niamey, due to the high threat of kidnapping, terrorist attack, crime and the volatile security environment. If you're in Niger, leave as soon as possible if it’s safe to do so. The Australian High Commission in Abuja has very limited capacity to provide consular assistance in Niger.
We continue to advise:
Do not travel to Niger due to the high threat of kidnapping, terrorist attack, crime and the volatile security environment.
Danger level: 5
Do not travel.
Canadian government
Quelle: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/niger
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
The Canadian goverment suggests: Avoid all travel (with regional advisories).
Danger level: 5
Avoid all travel (with regional advisories).
If there is more than one advisory/message of a single government for a given country, it indicates regional differences in means of security for your personal health and well-being. Single messages can indicate specific regions to be safer or less safe as mentioned in the main advisory. In these cases it's advisable to consult your own governments information. Additional Disclaimer: Since the evaluation is an automated process, it can only provide first steps for your own research. Please make sure to consult the sources.
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Country information
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Basic facts
- Citizens
- around 14 million
- Covering landmass
- 1,267,000 km²
- Electricity
- 220V - 50Hz
- Currency
- Franc (XOF)
- ISO 2-Letter Code
- NE
- Phone prefix
- +227
- Top Level Domain
- .ne
- Mobile frequencies (MHz)
- 900
Airports in Niger (extern)
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Frequently asked questions
This section gives some brief answers to common questions regarding travel safety in Niger.
Is Niger safe to travel in 2020?
There are some travel advisories for Niger. With a risk index of 4.3 out of 5 possible point, we suggest you consult your local authorities before booking a flight.
How many countries have issued advisories for Niger?
We currently know of 6 countries having issued advisories for Niger.
What countries does Niger share land borders with?
Niger shares land borders with 7 neighbouring states. For this country, the Danger Index is 3.9 (average value for all countries). All countries habe been reported as somehow dangerous: Libya (5.0), Mali (4.6), Burkina Faso (4.1), Nigeria (3.8), Chad (3.7), Benin with (3.3) and Algeria with (3.0 of 5). See danger map of the region.