Maximum Alerts / Angola
Level published by the State Department on 04.03.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Angola — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 2/4 ("Exercise Increased Caution"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.
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In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
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The country is not uniform: 4 regions advised against, fully or partly, by at least one official reading.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
“(France Diplomatie)”: the level comes from its text, in French, quoted below region by region.
part of the region is advised against; check the exact address against the official text below, and record the decision in writing.
Global Affairs Canada
Avoid non-essential travel to the provinces of Cabinda and Lunda Norte due to security concerns. Because these areas are not easily accessible, the ability of the High Commission of Canada to Mozambique, in Maputo, and the Consulate of Canada in Luanda to offer assistance is severely limited or non-existent.
Foreign Office
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Cabinda Province, except to Cabinda city. This is due to separatist groups carrying out targeted attacks on foreigners and the risk of kidnap.
France Diplomatie (in French)
Province et ville de Cabinda — Les déplacements dans la ville de Cabinda et dans sa province, foyers d’insécurité potentiels, sont déconseillés sauf raison impérative.
Global Affairs Canada
Avoid non-essential travel to the provinces of Cabinda and Lunda Norte due to security concerns. Because these areas are not easily accessible, the ability of the High Commission of Canada to Mozambique, in Maputo, and the Consulate of Canada in Luanda to offer assistance is severely limited or non-existent.
France Diplomatie (in French)
Lunda Sul et Lunda Norte — Les déplacements dans les provinces diamantifères de Lunda Sul et Lunda Norte sont déconseillés, sauf pour raison impérative, du fait de la présence de trafiquants.
Foreign Office
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 1km of the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in Lunda Norte province, except for official border crossings and their access roads. This is due to poor conditions, insecurity and banditry.
France Diplomatie (in French)
Lunda Sul et Lunda Norte — Les déplacements dans les provinces diamantifères de Lunda Sul et Lunda Norte sont déconseillés, sauf pour raison impérative, du fait de la présence de trafiquants.
Global Affairs Canada
Avoid non-essential travel to the provinces of Cabinda and Lunda Norte due to security concerns. Because these areas are not easily accessible, the ability of the High Commission of Canada to Mozambique, in Maputo, and the Consulate of Canada in Luanda to offer assistance is severely limited or non-existent.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (14.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (18.03.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: Addition of information about a declaration of an Ebola outbreak in DRC on 15 May and updated information about road travel ('Safety and security' and 'Health' pages).
Updated 04.03.2026
Exercise increased caution in Angola due to crime , health , unrest , and landmines . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Petty crime, assaults, and armed robberies are common. Other crimes, like burglary, occur, but with less frequency.
Medical services in Angola are limited. Adequate trauma and ambulance services are not widely available. Even a minor health issue may require medical evacuation at the traveler’s expense.
Demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. They may disrupt transportation and other essential services.
Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout Angola. Many locations with unexploded landmines and ordnance are marked. However, some may be unmarked or hard to spot.
Reconsider Travel to the Luanda greater metropolitan area due to risk of crime .
Angola: Floods - Feb 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 16.10.20262026-03-19
Angola: Cholera Outbreak - Jan 2025ReliefWeb ↗read 16.10.20262025-01-10
Angola: Drought - 2024-2026ReliefWeb ↗read 16.10.20262024-06-18
Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY
10-16 0.2 · 10-17 0.2 · 10-18 0.2 · 10-19 0.2 · 10-20 0.2 · 10-21 0.2 · 10-22 0.2 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
Reading: The homicide rate is 7 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 12 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Some areas are advised against except for imperative reasons.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 18.03.2026official map ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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Les déplacements dans les provinces diamantifères de Lunda Sul et Lunda Norte sont déconseillés, sauf pour raison impérative, du fait de la présence de trafiquants. En cas d’obligation de déplacement dans ces provinces, il convient de s’assurer au préalable qu’aucune restriction de circulation n’est émise par les autorités locales.
Les déplacements dans la ville de Cabinda et dans sa province, foyers d’insécurité potentiels, sont déconseillés sauf raison impérative.
Il convient néanmoins d’être vigilant à Luanda, en fin de journée, dans le secteur d’Ilha, très fréquenté pour ses restaurants et clubs de nuit. La nuit, il est également recommandé d’éviter les municipalités en périphérie de Luanda.
Compte tenu de la crise économique que traverse l’Angola, la criminalité et la délinquance restent élevées. Les actes de violence se font souvent sous la menace d’arme à feu ou d’armes blanches et ont pour objectif principal le vol d’opportunité d’argent ou d’objets de valeur (téléphones portables en particulier). Les expatriés et voyageurs étrangers ne sont pas spécifiquement pris pour cibles, la criminalité touchant d’abord les citoyens angolais résidant dans les quartiers populaires. La grande majorité des actes de délinquance ont lieu dans la périphérie de Luanda, cependant le centre-ville n’est pas épargné. Il convient ainsi de respecter les règles élémentaires de prudence et de vigilance : ne pas circuler à pied ; éviter de circuler de nuit en véhicule ; s’assurer de la sécurisation des hébergements ; se renseigner préalablement à tout déplacement ; en cas d’agression, n’opposer aucune résistance. Il convient également d’être particulièrement vigilant lors de retrait ou dépôt d’argent dans les agences bancaires.
Manifestations et rassemblements
Des appels à manifester sont lancés régulièrement par différents groupes (partis politiques, associations, organisations étudiantes…) à Luanda, mais également dans les grandes villes de province. Dans un contexte de tensions croissantes en amont des prochaines élections (août 2027), et compte tenu des violences survenues lors de certaines manifestations (des dizaines de morts en juillet 2025), il est recommandé de faire preuve de la plus grande vigilance, et de rester à l’écart de tout attroupement.
Durant la saison des pluies (octobre à mai), la plus grande vigilance est recommandée, en raison des phénomènes de pluies diluviennes, particulièrement dans les régions situées au nord et à l’est du pays. Ces pluies provoquent des inondations importantes et causent des dégâts sur le réseau routier. Il est déconseillé de circuler en voiture ou à pied pendant ces épisodes.
En raison de l’état dégradé du réseau routier et de la conduite dangereuse de la plupart des automobilistes, les déplacements en véhicules peuvent être dangereux. Ils doivent toujours être effectués de jour. En raison du nombre élevé d’accidents, il est déconseillé d’emprunter les transports collectifs.
La présence de mines dans certains secteurs en dehors des grands axes et des principales villes est possible. Ces zones sont la plupart du temps identifiées par une signalétique adaptée.
Il est recommandé de :
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Le chapitre Derniers développements a été enlevé (manifestations violentes). (published 01.10.2025)
La situation économique est tendue. Des manifestations ont lieu; elles peuvent donner lieu à des débordements et à des affrontements violents entre les manifestants et les forces de l'ordre ainsi qu'à des barrages routiers. Fin juillet 2025, des manifestations contre le gouvernement ont éclaté dans tout le pays. Les troubles ont fait de nombreux morts et des centaines de blessés. La situation reste tendue et d'autres événements de ce type ne peuvent être exclus. Les retraits d'argent aux distributeurs automatiques ne sont souvent pas possibles. Il est recommandé d'emporter suffisamment de dollars américains en espèces (grosses coupures). Vérifiez toutefois au préalable auprès de l’Ambassade de la République d’Angola à Berne le montant maximal autorisé à l’entrée et à la sortie du pays. Le risque d'attentats terroristes ne peut pas être exclu en Angola non plus. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Une grande attention doit être accordée à la sécurité personnelle. Informez-vous de l'évolution de la situation au travers des médias et auprès de vos connaissances sur place, avant et pendant le voyage. Tenez-vous à l’écart des rassemblements de foule et des manifestations de tout genre.
La description des zones à risques repose sur des données approximatives; les risques ne peuvent se restreindre à des zones délimitées. Province de Cabinda : En raison de la précarité de la situation sécuritaire y prévalant, il est déconseillé d’entreprendre des voyages touristiques ou autres qui ne présentent pas un caractère d’urgence dans la province de Cabinda, à l'exception de la ville de Cabinda . Provinces de Lunda Norte et de Lunda Sul : En raison de la précarité de la situation sécuritaire prévalant dans les régions diamantifères, il est déconseillé d’entreprendre dans ces provinces des voyages touristiques ou autres qui ne présentent pas un caractère d’urgence . La présence de mines dans certaines régions peut présenter des dangers. Les champs de mines ne sont pas toujours signalés. Une prudence toute particulière est conseillée dans les zones proches des frontières avec la République démocratique du Congo, la Zambie et la Namibie. Empruntez donc exclusivement les routes les plus fréquentées et faites-vous accompagner par des guides ayant une expertise des lieux. Renseignez-vous au besoin auprès des autorités locales et/ou de la population.
Le taux de criminalité est élevé. Le nombre de vols et d'agressions à main armée a augmenté, surtout à Luanda. Des délits sexuels et autres infractions violentes (entraînant parfois la mort), ainsi que des cas d’enlèvements ont également été signalés. Il est conseillé d'observer les précautions suivantes:
On signale des cas de lynchage. Pour les personnes en voyage qui se déplacent en voiture, les accidents entraînant des dommages corporels pourraient se révéler être une source d’ennuis. Dans les eaux angolaises, des actes de piraterie sont parfois commis. Consultez les informations spécifiques: Risques maritimes et piraterie
Après de fortes pluies, il faut s'attendre à des inondations. Celles-ci peuvent endommager les infrastructures et également perturber le trafic touristique temporairement. Suivez les prévisions météorologiques ainsi que les mises en garde et les instructions des autorités locales. World Meteorological Organization
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 16.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 01.10.2025 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Regions covered by the Foreign Officegov.uk ↗updated 28.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 28.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Cabinda Province, except to Cabinda city. This is due to separatist groups carrying out targeted attacks on foreigners and the risk of kidnap.
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 1km of the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in Lunda Norte province, except for official border crossings and their access roads. This is due to poor conditions, insecurity and banditry.
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel .
Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 28.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This section has safety advice for regions of Angola. It only covers regions where the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) has specific advice.
You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice .
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Cabinda Province, except to Cabinda city.
There are regular violent incidents including rape, murder and kidnappings in Cabinda Province. These have involved both foreigners and Angolans.
Separatist groups in the northern exclave of Cabinda (a province not joined to the rest of Angola) have been known to carry out attacks involving both foreigners and Angolans. Groups claiming responsibility for these attacks have said they’ll continue attacks against foreigners.
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 1km of the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in Lunda Norte province, except for official border crossings and their access roads.
FCDO also advises against all travel to the provinces of Kasaï and Kasaï Central, across the border in the Central Democratic Republic of Congo .
FCDO advises against travelling to Lunda Norte and Lunda Sol unless absolutely necessary. Get security advice and travel with the support of a security company or sponsoring organisation.
The Angolan authorities are sensitive to the presence of foreigners in diamond-producing areas, which includes Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul. They may impose restrictions on your movement in these provinces. If you do not comply, they may arrest you and detain you.
The diamond mines increase the threat of crime and banditry on roads leading to and from these areas. Bandits may carry out armed hold-ups.
If you travel outside Luanda and the provincial capitals, go with people or organisations that know the area, as conditions can be difficult. There is widespread poverty, limited infrastructure, and social exclusion and disease. There are mines and unexploded weapons in many parts of the country.
Transport and accommodation are extremely limited outside Luanda. Officials are likely to ask for your passport and visa or entry stamp, so take the originals with you.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 28.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This guide also has safety advice for regions of Angola .
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Angola, attacks cannot be ruled out.
Public gatherings and demonstrations can occur with little notice and can quickly turn violent. In recent years, there have been protests against the increase in fuel prices and cost of living. In July 2025 there were 3 days of violent riots. Similar protests cannot be ruled out in future.
To minimise your personal risk:
There is a high level of crime in Luanda, some of it violent. Muggers can be armed and some attacks have been fatal. If you are attacked, hand over your money and valuables immediately.
Most international companies and organisations operating in Angola have security rules for staff. If your company has rules, read and follow them.
Criminals target areas popular with foreigners. You should be particularly careful when withdrawing money from banks and ATMs, as you could be followed and robbed.
You can reduce your personal risk by:
Put your valuables and cash in a hotel safe where practical. Keep a certified copy of your passport’s photo page in a separate place.
Theft from stationary or slow-moving cars is common in downtown Luanda. Keep valuables out of sight and do not use mobiles or laptops while in traffic. When driving, keep doors locked and windows closed. Do not respond if anyone signals you to pull over. Thieves may fake a minor traffic incident to get you out of your car. If they succeed, they may rob you and also steal the car.
Incidents of rape have been reported in popular nightlife areas, as well as in private homes. Never travel alone at night.
Always carry ID – it is safest to carry a certified copy your passport’s photo page . If travelling outside of Luanda and the provincial capitals, take the originals with you, packed as securely as you can. If you do not have any ID, you may get an on-the-spot fine of 15,000 kwanzas.
Drug taking and smuggling are offences. Punishments can be severe and prison conditions are very poor.
Do not use…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Angola - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution 2026-03-04travel.state.gov ↗updated 04.03.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Exercise increased caution in Angola due to crime , health , unrest , and landmines . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Petty crime, assaults, and armed robberies are common. Other crimes, like burglary, occur, but with less frequency.
Medical services in Angola are limited. Adequate trauma and ambulance services are not widely available. Even a minor health issue may require medical evacuation at the traveler’s expense.
Demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. They may disrupt transportation and other essential services.
Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout Angola. Many locations with unexploded landmines and ordnance are marked. However, some may be unmarked or hard to spot.
Reconsider Travel to the Luanda greater metropolitan area due to risk of crime .
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
Avoid non-essential travel to the provinces of Cabinda and Lunda Norte due to security concerns. Because these areas are not easily accessible, the ability of the High Commission of Canada to Mozambique, in Maputo, and the Consulate of Canada in Luanda to offer assistance is severely limited or non-existent.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 07:03 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Punishment for drug-related offences can be severe. Drugs, alcohol and travel
Involvement in black-market currency conversion could lead to arrest. Some handicrafts considered of cultural value may be retained by customs. It is illegal to remove turtle shells and ivory from the country. Avoid photographing airports, major roads, bridges, communications installations, military personnel and government buildings. Taking photos of urban areas may be frowned upon by police.
Angola does not prohibit sexual acts between persons of the same sex. However, homosexuality is not widely socially accepted. Same-sex marriage is not recognized. 2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Angola. Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Angola. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Angola by an abducting parent:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
You should carry an international driving permit. More about the International Driving Permit
The currency in Angola is the kwanza (AOA). The kwanza is not convertible on the international market. Dollars can be converted into kwanzas, or vice versa, at the few exchange bureaus in Luanda or at local banks. Receiving foreign currency is often very difficult due to present scarcity (even for those with foreign currency accounts). Kwanzas cannot be taken out of the country. No more than US$15,000 can be taken into or out of Angola, unless an official declaration is made upon entry. Newer U.S.-dollar bills are preferred, due to the ease with which the older bills are counterfeited. Credit cards are accepted at only a few of Luanda’s largest hotels and restaurants, and it varies as to which cards are accepted. VISA is the most commonly accepted credit card. Leave a copy of your card information with a trusted family member or friend in case of emergency. ATMs dispense kwanzas only. Some ATMs in Luanda accept VISA cards, but only to withdraw kwanzas. Note that machines often malfunction or run out of cash. Debit cards do not work.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 07:03 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Always carry ID – it is safest to carry a certified copy your passport’s photo page. If travelling outside of Luanda and the provincial capitals, take the originals with you, packed as securely as you can. If you do not have any ID, you may get an on-the-spot fine of 15,000 kwanzas.
Drug taking and smuggling are offences. Punishments can be severe and prison conditions are very poor.
Do not use cameras, binoculars or GPS equipment near any government buildings. Taking photographs in the streets can draw the attention of the authorities and they may confiscate your camera.
In January 2019, Angola’s parliament made it illegal to discriminate against people on the basis of sexual orientation. However, public attitudes towards same-sex relationships are less tolerant than in the UK. Showing affection in public may attract negative attention. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
If you’re caught buying or trafficking goods made of ivory it’s likely you’ll be prosecuted and get a prison sentence or fine.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 28.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Il y a lieu de relever que le trafic de marchandises avec l'Angola est partiellement soumis à des restrictions internationales au commerce. Il est interdit de photographier des personnes en uniforme, des installations militaires et des bâtiments ou ouvrages publics (aéroports, ponts, etc.). Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants, y compris la détention de minimes quantités de drogue quelle qu'elle soit, sont durement réprimées. Les conditions de détention sont précaires.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 01.10.2025 · read 16.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. High UV at midday: sun protection.
Reading 10:00 (Africa/Luanda)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
Reading: With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 76 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
L’Angola connait depuis 2023 des flambées épidémiques de choléra. Une recrudescence a été observée par les autorités sanitaires en janvier 2025. L’épidémie évolue par poussées dans la grande majorité des provinces avec une létalité importante chez les personnes fragiles. Les foyers actifs en avril 2026 sont : Benguela, Malanje, huila, Icolo e Bengo, Luanda. Il convient de suivre les recommandations des autorités sanitaires locales. Les mesures de prévention sont…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 27 March 2026 · updated 22 April 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
October 14, 2026 07:03 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 2/4 — Exercise Increased Caution, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 04.03 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10DFAE · updated 01.10 · read 16.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 28.05 · read 16.10State Department · updated 04.03 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 28.05 · read 16.10State Department · updated 04.03 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: police 113 · ambulance 116 · fire 115
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
At today's level 2/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10OMS · updated 28.03 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 28.05 · read 16.10
0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (2022) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
4.1 homicides per 100,000 people (2016) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE · updated 01.10 · read 16.10
4 regions advised against, fully or partly, by at least one official reading.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 28.05 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 28.05 · read 16.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 16.10eda.admin.ch · updated 01.10 · read 16.10
Emergency phrases, to show if pronunciation fails:
SourcesMaximum Insurance
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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