Equatorial Guinea Travel Risk Level

There was no change to the advisory level. The "Other” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Equatorial Guinea due to risk of crime , health , and arbitrary enforcement of laws . Review our information on Travel to High-Risk Areas . Advisory summary: Crime Petty crime is common throughout the country. Local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to reports of crime, even serious crime. Health Medical services in Equatorial Guinea are limited. There are no adequate trauma or ambulance services. Even minor health issues may require medical evacuation at the traveler’s expense. Be sure to bring enough prescription medications to last the entire duration of your trip. Make sure you have medical or travel insurance that includes medical evacuation. Review our information on Travel Insurance . Other Travelers face the risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws that may result in harassment and detention. If you decide to travel to Equatorial Guinea : Review our information on Crime Abroad and for Victims of Crime . Borders may close without notice. Travelers should remain flexible and prepared for sudden changes. Always travel with your passport and valid visa to avoid complications at checkpoints or border crossings. Keep a copy of your passport and visa in a safe location in your hotel or residence. Do not physically resist any robbery attempt. Use caution when walking or driving at night. Keep a low profile. Stay aware of your surroundings. Do not display signs of wealth, like expensive watches or jewelry. Do not answer your door at your hotel or residence unless you know who it is. Stay alert in tourist spots. Stay alert when visiting banks or ATMs. Give your itinerary to a family member or friend. Medical services for routine and emergency procedures are limited. Read the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information. Make sure you have medical or travel insurance that includes m

Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram

France Diplomatie : vigilance renforcée sur l'ensemble du pays (jaune).

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.