Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
Maximum Alerts / Liberia
Level published by the State Department on 10.12.2025 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Liberia — 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.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
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.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
near Jallah Town Road
near Jallah Town Road
near Jallah Town Road
near United Nations Drive
near Camp Johnson Road
near 3rd Street
near Clay Street
near Clay Street
near Johnson Street
Monrovia
Monrovia
near Tubman Boulevard
Monrovia
near 10th Street
Monrovia
Monrovia
Monrovia
Monrovia
3 Broad Street Monrovia
Mo-Su 09:00-18:00
Monrovia
Monrovia
Monrovia
Old CID Road
Monrovia
Old CID Road
Monrovia
Monrovia
Monrovia
Monrovia
near 21st Street
Monrovia
Monrovia
Mo-Fr 08:30-20:00; Sa,Su 08:00-15:00; PH off
Monrovia
Monrovia
24/7
Monrovia
Monrovia
Monrovia
near Benson Street
near 20th Street
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
near West Point Road
near Tubman Boulevard
Monrovia
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
Monrovia
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00
Monrovia
Mo-Fr 08:30-20:00, Tu-Su 08:00-15:00; Sa 08:00-12:00
Monrovia
Mo-Su 8:00-19:00
Monrovia
24/7
Monrovia
24/7
UN Drive Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
UN Drive Monrovia
24/7
New Kru Town Road Monrovia
Mo-Su 09:00-21:00
UN Drive Monrovia
24/7
UN Drive Monrovia
kiosk Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
UN Drive Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 09:00-18:00
UN Drive Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Monrovia
Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00;24/7
12th St Sinkor Monrovia
12th Street Monrovia
open "By appointment only";PH off
12th Street Monrovia
Warner Avenue Monrovia
Mo-Fr 08:30-13:00
100 United Nations Drive Monrovia
Mo-Th 08:00-17:00;Fr 08:00-13:30
near United Nations Drive
near Tubman Boulevard
C-86 Tubman Boulevard Monrovia
near Old Congo Town Road
near Oldest Congo Town Road
No named police station in the radius read.
McDonald Street
near Survival Street
barnersville bend & stop
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
10-16 11.2 · 10-17 6.3 · 10-18 4.1 · 10-19 3.3 · 10-20 2.8 · 10-21 3.1 · 10-22 3.0 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.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
No geolocated UCDP incident in this country.
No news located around Monrovia in this reading.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Liberia. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Liberia.
CDC recommends that travelers going to Liberia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Transmission areas All Drug resistance 1 Chloroquine Species P. falciparum (primarily) P. malariae , P.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Liberia. If rabies exposures occur while in Liberia, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.
Recommended for most travelers. Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥1 year old. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
High incidence: a long stay or time in care settings warrants a test on return.
Coverage too low to stop the virus circulating: check your two MMR doses before leaving.
Strong transmission: discuss preventive treatment with a doctor before leaving; bed net and repellent on site.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
Les soins médicaux sont de mauvaise qualité et pratiquement inexistants en dehors de la capitale Monrovia. Les hôpitaux exigent une garantie financière avant de commencer un traitement. En cas de maladie ou de blessure grave, il faut se faire soigner à l'étranger (Europe). Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N’oubliez toutefois pas que l’importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l'importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
La chikungunya est une maladie virale transmise par l’intermédiaire de moustiques infectés. Cette maladie se manifeste par l’apparition de symptômes grippaux (fièvre, douleurs musculaires et articulaires). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin ; le traitement est uniquement symptomatique. Les moyens de prévention reposent sur la vaccination et la protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. Il est conseillé avant le départ de se référer à son médecin traitant et/ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires .
La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
Il s’agit d’une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont variables, allant du syndrome pseudo-grippal (fièvre, frissons, douleurs musculaires, maux de tête…) à des formes plus graves (vomissements de sang, jaunisse, convulsions, coma…)…
Le choléra est une infection digestive bactérienne qui se transmet par ingestion d’aliments mal cuits (fruits de mer, par exemple) ou souillés (fruits et légumes) et/ ou ingestion d’eau contaminée. Cette maladie, dite « des mains sales », se traduit par des troubles digestifs sévères (diarrhée liquide abondante, crampes abdominales, vomissements), un état de faiblesse générale et parfois de la fièvre.
La prévention repose sur la vaccination et le respect des règles d’hygiène alimentaire (se laver régulièrement les mains, ne consommer que de l’eau en bouteille, peler les fruits et légumes, manger de la nourriture cuite ; utilisation des installations sanitaires). Les personnes présentant les signes de la maladie doivent consulter un médecin en urgence.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site Santé publique France et le site du ministère de la Santé .
La maladie à virus Ebola (MVE) est une maladie qui peut être mortelle. Le virus se transmet à l’humain à partir des animaux sauvages et se propage ensuite dans les populations par transmission interhumaine.
La durée d’incubation varie de 2 à 21 jours. Tant que la maladie est asymptomatique, elle n’est pas contagieuse. Les premiers symptômes peuvent apparaître brutalement et peuvent associer une fatigue, de la fièvre, des douleurs musculaires, des céphalées et un mal de gorge. Ils sont suivis de vomissements, de diarrhées, d’une éruption cutanée, et dans certains cas, d’hémorragies internes et externes (saignement des gencives, sang dans les selles etc). En cas de symptômes, il convient de consulter immédiatement un médecin pour bénéficier d’un traitement spécialisé. Il est fortement recommandé de suivre les consignes de prévention ci-dessous :
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
There is no reliable ambulance service in Liberia. If you need emergency medical treatment, you should make your own way to hospital. You can also get advice from your hotel or the local police.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in Liberia , including:
There is also a risk of Lassa fever in Liberia, with several confirmed cases in 2026. Check TravelHealthPro’s information on Lassa fever . If you’re concerned that you might have been exposed to, or are showing symptoms of Lassa fever, get immediate medical advice.
The 2025 UNAIDS Spectrum data estimates that approximately 36,000 people are living with HIV in Liberia. This translates to a prevalence percentage of around 0.9% of the adult population. You should use normal precautions to avoid exposure to HIV/AIDS.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Medication is usually sold over the counter in pharmacies, without a prescription. Supplies can be unreliable and medications available in the UK may not be available in Liberia. Make sure you have adequate supplies of prescription medication, bearing in mind the risk of delays due to flight cancellations.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
Hospitals and medical facilities throughout Liberia are poorly equipped. Blood supplies are unreliable and unsafe, and quality medication is scarce.
There is no effective public or private accident and emergency or ambulance service anywhere in the country. Carry basic medical supplies with you.
Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad, medical evacuation and repatriation. Most health care providers only accept cash payments.
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Liberia where staff will speak English.
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
The country is not uniform: 6 regions advised against, fully or partly, by at least one official reading. Monrovia is not one of them.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
“(France Diplomatie)”: the level comes from its text, in French, quoted below region by region.
the trip stays outside the advised-against regions. Any move into a red or orange region calls for a new, written decision.
France Diplomatie (in French)
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire).
France Diplomatie (in French)
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire).
France Diplomatie (in French)
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire).
France Diplomatie (in French)
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire).
France Diplomatie (in French)
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire).
France Diplomatie (in French)
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire).
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (15.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (10.03.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: Addition of information about heightened health screening measures for travellers arriving into Liberia (‘Entry requirements’ page).
Updated 10.12.2025
Exercise increased caution Crime
Violent crime, such as armed robbery are common in urban areas, crowded markets, and public beaches. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious crimes.
If traveling outside the capital city of Monrovia, try to finish your trip during daylight hours. It’s safer to avoid travel at night due to safety and security concerns.
Unrest
Demonstrations occur regularly. They have on occasion resulted in violence or use of tear gas by authorities.
Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may
occur with little notice. Demonstrations may disrupt transportation
and other essential services
Health
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
Liberia: Floods - Aug 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 16.10.20262026-09-15
Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY
10-16 11.2 · 10-17 6.3 · 10-18 4.1 · 10-19 3.3 · 10-20 2.8 · 10-21 3.1 · 10-22 3.0 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: On the road, 18 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 10.03.2026official map ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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L’ambassade de France au Libéria dispose de capacités limitées pour venir en aide aux Français en cas de crise. Les Français qui se rendent dans le pays sont responsables de leur propre sécurité. Ils sont invités à s’assurer qu’ils disposent de moyens nécessaires en cas de crise (vérifier les termes des contrats d’ assurance , s’assurer de disposer des moyens financiers nécessaires pour couvrir d’éventuels frais d’hospitalisation ou d’évacuation, etc.).
L’ambassade ne délivre pas de titres d’identité et de voyage. En cas de perte ou de vol de passeport, l’ambassade pourra néanmoins émettre un laissez-passer qui est un titre d’urgence permettant uniquement de se rendre en France, où il sera possible de faire renouveler son titre perdu ou volé. Le consulat général de France à Abidjan est compétent pour toutes les autres démarches administratives concernant les Français résidents ou de passage au Libéria. Vous trouverez toutes les informations nécessaires sur le site de l’ambassade de France à Abidjan .
En cas d’urgence pendant les heures de bureau, l’ambassade de France à Monrovia peut être jointe au +231 770 599 373 (localement 0770 599 373).
En cas d’urgence en dehors des horaires de bureau, la permanence du consulat général de France à Abidjan peut être jointe au +225 20 20 74 17.
En cas d’incident grave dans le pays pendant votre séjour, pensez à rassurer vos proches.
Dernière actualisation le 10/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour
Une plus grande vigilance est de mise dans les zones frontalières des comtés de Grand Cape Mount, Gbarpolu et Lofa (frontière avec la Sierra Leone) et des comtés de Nimba (au sud de Butlo uniquement), de Grand Gereh, de River Gee et de Maryland (frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire). Ces zones, théâtres de mouvements de population plus ou moins importants – migrants ou réfugiés – ces dernières années (en particulier à la frontière ivoiro-libérienne), sont aujourd’hui déstabilisées par l’arrivée de cultivateurs (burkinabè et ivoiriens) et d’entreprises agricoles à la recherche de terres nouvelles, qui y déforestent pour cultiver.
Le reste du pays est en zone de vigilance renforcée.
Dans le comté de Nimba, un point de passage frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire est ouvert à Loguato et dispose de postes de douane sécurisés de chaque côté. Il s’emprunte sans difficulté. La frontière avec la Côte d’Ivoire est également ouverte à Gnato et empruntée à partir d’Harper (Libéria) en direction de Tabou (Côte d’Ivoire). La frontière vers la Sierra Leone est également ouverte entre Bo (Libéria) et Gonghu (Sierra Leone) et fréquemment empruntée.
À Monrovia, il convient d’éviter les quartiers de West Point, Somalia Drive et Red Light, ainsi que les grands marchés (Omega et Douala Market) en raison des risques d’agression.
Dans les zones rurales, des violences résultant de disputes territoriales ou relatives à l’exploitation des ressources (minières, forestières, etc.) peuvent avoir lieu. Les moyens des forces de sécurité du pays sont limités pour venir en aide aux voyageurs. Il convient de s’informer auprès de ses contacts locaux avant de prendre la route en dehors de la capitale et d’emprunter uniquement les grands axes routiers.
Le taux de criminalité reste de niveau moyen au Libéria et touche plus particulièrement la capitale, Monrovia.
Il convient de ne pas montrer de signe ostentatoire de richesse et, à Monrovia, de circuler de préférence en voiture, portes verrouillées et vitres fermées (en dissimulant les objets précieux sous un siège ou en les mettant hors de vue). Les voyageurs sont particulièrement vulnérables la nuit, les rues étant peu éclairées. Il est recommandé d’éviter les déplacements de nuit et de ne pas circuler seul(e) ou à pied.
Les habitudes de conduite peuvent surprendre et la signalisation est quasi-inexistante. La présence de piétons le long des routes et d’animaux errants constitue un danger supplémentaire. Il est déconseillé de circuler de nuit, les routes n’étant pas éclairées et de nombreux véhicules circulant sans éclairage. De nuit, les voyageurs sont aussi plus susceptibles d’être confrontés à des barrages ou des points de contrôle illégaux.
Des accidents graves impliquant des taxis motos et des « kékés » (trois-roues) ainsi que des véhicules de transport collectif sont régulièrement rapportés. Il est déconseillé d’emprunter les transports publics.
Les accidents de la route peuvent rapidement attirer la foule et engendrer des dérapages. Il est fortement recommandé d’être prudent, de recourir aux services d’un chauffeur local de confiance, et de ne pas s’attarder sur place si l’on n’est pas impliqué dans l’accident.
Les autorités sanitaires locales et l’OMS ont annoncé en 2016 la fin de l’épidémie d’Ebola qui a affecté le pays pendant deux ans. Toutefois, une résurgence de l’épidémie reste envisageable et d’autres maladies graves sont présentes de manière endémique au Libéria. Les infrastructures médicales disposent de capacités de prise en charge très limitées à Monrovia et inexistantes en dehors de la capitale. Il est donc impératif de souscrire une assurance rapatriement avant le départ.
Pour plus d’informations, consultez la rubrique Santé de la présente fiche.
Les pluies torrentielles entre mai et décembre peuvent causer des crues, des inondations et des glissements de terrain. Les routes deviennent régulièrement impraticables et les services essentiels peuvent être perturbés.
Compte tenu du contexte régional, le risque terroriste ne peut être écarté au Libéria. Les récents événements au Sahel montrent que les groupes terroristes de la région peuvent cibler les lieux de divertissement et hôtels où séjournent les étrangers. Il est recommandé d’observer la plus grande vigilance et de s’assurer que les accès à ces lieux sont sécurisés.
De manière générale, il est recommandé de :
La côte atlantique du Libéria est dangereuse pour les baigneurs. Les courants y sont puissants. Il est conseillé de garder toujours pied et de ne pas s’éloigner du bord de la plage, les courants pouvant faire dériver les nageurs et les empêcher de regagner le rivage.
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 — Ces conseils pour les voyages ont été publiés avec des modifications marginales. (published 27.01.2026)
La situation politique, sociale et économique est tendue. Lors des manifestations et des grèves, des débordements et des affrontements peuvent survenir entre différents groupes ainsi qu'entre les manifestants et les forces de l'ordre, parfois avec des conséquences mortelles. Des barrages routiers et des incendies criminels sont également à signaler. Le taux de criminalité est élevé dans tout le pays. Dans ce pays comme ailleurs, le risque d’attentats terroristes ne peut être exclu. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Avant et pendant le voyage, informez-vous au travers des médias et auprès de vos personnes de contact sur place sur la situation actuelle . Évitez les rassemblements de foule et manifestations de tout genre et conformez-vous aux directives des autorités locales (par exemple, les couvre-feux).
La description des zones à risques repose sur des données approximatives; les risques ne peuvent se restreindre à des zones délimitées. Les voyages en dehors de la capitale Monrovia requièrent une grande prudence et supposent un examen préalable des conditions de sécurité actuelles. Faites-vous accompagner si possible par une personne de confiance locale. Zone frontalière avec la Côte d'Ivoire: il existe des tensions latentes entre différents groupes de population, qui dégénèrent sporadiquement en conflits locaux violents . Si vous vous rendez dans les provinces particulièrement touchées de Nimba, Grand Gedeh, River Gee et Maryland , faites-vous accompagner par une personne connaissant bien les lieux et renseignez-vous au préalable sur la situation sécuritaire.
Le taux de criminalité est élevé et continue d’augmenter, surtout dans la capitale Monrovia. Les cambriolages, les agressions, les vols de voitures et les vols à la tire et à l'arraché sont souvent commis à main armée. Des viols ont également été maintes fois signalés. Observez notamment les précautions suivantes:
Dans les eaux du Libéria, des actes de piraterie sont parfois commis. Consultez les informations spécifiques: Risques maritimes et piraterie
Il faut s'attendre à de fortes pluies. Ces intempéries peuvent provoquer des inondations et des glissements de terrain et endommager les infrastructures. Le trafic peut s’en trouver temporairement perturbé. Consultez les prévisions météorologiques et suivez les avertissements et les instructions des autorités locales. World Weather Meteorological Organisation Si une catastrophe naturelle devait se produire durant votre séjour, prenez immédiatement contact avec vos proches et suivez les instructions des autorités locales.
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 16.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 27.01.2026 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
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.
Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This section has safety advice for regions of Liberia. It only covers regions where FCDO has specific advice.
You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice .
There are occasional clashes between armed groups from both sides of the Liberia-Côte d’Ivoire border in some of the more remote border areas of Grand Gedeh and River Gee counties. Use the main roads when travelling in these areas.
The Liberian authorities have limited ability to provide emergency help outside Monrovia. Check the security situation before travelling to any part of the country. Land disputes, illegal mining and occupation of rubber plantations can lead to violent incidents, particularly in rural areas.
There may be organised groups of former combatants in areas of the country where there is limited government security presence. Be especially wary in the Sinoe rubber plantation and Sapo National Park.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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 is no recent history of terrorism in Liberia, attacks cannot be ruled out.
Terrorist groups in West Africa continue to mount attacks in the region. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by foreign nationals, such as:
Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.
Liberia is generally stable politically, but protests and demonstrations do take place and, particularly small-scale protests, can begin with little or no warning. Avoid protests, demonstrations, political rallies and large crowds. Follow the advice of local authorities.
The crime rate in Liberia is high. Liberians are the main victims of crime, but foreign nationals can also be targeted. Most crime is opportunistic theft, but there are organised criminal gangs. Thieves are often armed with knives or machetes, and occasionally carry firearms.
Foreign nationals have been mugged in the Mamba Point and Sinkor areas of Monrovia, where most international visitors stay. Criminals also operate in nightclubs and on beaches during the day.
Foreigners have reported assault and robbery happening in taxis.
You can take steps to reduce your personal risk by:
Liberia has a high rate of rape and sexual assault. There have been cases of rapes and attempted rapes of foreign women, although these are rare.
Carry photo ID with you at all times, such as your driving licence or a copy of the photo page of your passport. You may be asked to show it at any time by immigration officials or the police.
Drug trafficking and gold and diamond smuggling are illegal. If convicted, you will get a long prison sentence. Local prison conditions are harsh.
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Liberia.
Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers .
The Ministry of Justice in Liberia can issue a decree of adoption if all legal requirements are met. However, adoption orders from Liberia are not recognised in the UK. If you’re returning to live in the UK, you’ll need to apply for entry clearance for the child as a Liberian child coming for adoption in the UK.
Liberia remains a predominantly cash-based society, especially with street vendors.
Credit and debit cards are not generally accepted in Liberia, except for a few of the major hotels and some larger supermarkets. They may be unable to process card payments when internet connections are poor. Not many places accept travellers cheques. Mobile money apps offer an alternative way to make…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Liberia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution 2025-12-10travel.state.gov ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
Exercise increased caution Crime
Violent crime, such as armed robbery are common in urban areas, crowded markets, and public beaches. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious crimes.
If traveling outside the capital city of Monrovia, try to finish your trip during daylight hours. It’s safer to avoid travel at night due to safety and security concerns.
Unrest
Demonstrations occur regularly. They have on occasion resulted in violence or use of tear gas by authorities.
Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may
occur with little notice. Demonstrations may disrupt transportation
and other essential services
Health
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Exercise a high degree of caution
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 15, 2026 05:02 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · 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.
The import and export of rough diamonds are subject to strict international trade laws. Penalties for illegally exporting diamonds include imprisonment. Seek legal advice before engaging in commercial transactions involving rough diamonds.
You must carry photo identification. Keep a photocopy of your passport in a safe place, in case it is lost or confiscated.
Photography and filming of military installations, airports and seaports, bridges and important government buildings is prohibited.
Possession of pornographic material is illegal.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. Drugs, alcohol and travel
Liberian law prohibits sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. 2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Liberia. 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 Liberia. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Liberia 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. The use of a seatbelt is mandatory. Convoys carrying government officials travel at high speeds, and you must pull over and turn off your headlights if you see one approaching. You should wait a few minutes after the convoy passes before continuing on. International Driving Permit
The currency is the Liberian dollar (LRD). The economy is cash-based. Many merchants accept U.S. dollars for payment. Visa and MasterCard are accepted at some of the larger hotels. ATMs are scarcely available and only in Monrovia. You can only use a Visa card to withdraw cash from an ATM. Bring sufficient funds in U.S. dollars to cover expenses.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 15, 2026 05:02 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Carry photo ID with you at all times, such as your driving licence or a copy of the photo page of your passport. You may be asked to show it at any time by immigration officials or the police.
Drug trafficking and gold and diamond smuggling are illegal. If convicted, you will get a long prison sentence. Local prison conditions are harsh.
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Liberia. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
The Ministry of Justice in Liberia can issue a decree of adoption if all legal requirements are met. However, adoption orders from Liberia are not recognised in the UK. If you’re returning to live in the UK, you’ll need to apply for entry clearance for the child as a Liberian child coming for adoption in the UK.
Liberia remains a predominantly cash-based society, especially with street vendors. Credit and debit cards are not generally accepted in Liberia, except for a few of the major hotels and some larger supermarkets. They may be unable to process card payments when internet connections are poor. Not many places accept travellers cheques. Mobile money apps offer an alternative way to make payments, but not all vendors use these. There are a few ATMs that accept Visa cards in Monrovia, including in the two main hotels used by international visitors. ATMs often run out of money or only have certain denominations. Foreign exchange and banking facilities are limited. Western Union and MoneyGram can transfer money from the UK, although there are very few offices outside Monrovia. Liberia’s banks can experience cash shortages of both US dollars and Liberian dollars. Banks and foreign exchange facilities may not be able to pay out transferred funds or fulfil ATM withdrawals. Bring sufficient funds, in US dollars, to cover all expenses.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Entre autres, sont punissables:
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 très précaires.
Au Libéria, la vie est encore fortement imprégnée des valeurs traditionnelles. Renseignez-vous sur les codes de conduite dans les guides de voyages, auprès de votre agence ou directement sur place.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 27.01.2026 · read 16.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.
Reading 07:00 (Africa/Monrovia)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 104 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
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
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Les ressortissants français sont soumis à une obligation de visa pour entrer au Libéria. La demande de visa peut se faire de deux façons, selon le lieu de résidence :
Les voyageurs doivent également disposer d’un passeport valable au moins six mois après la date de retour prévue et d’un billet retour.
Le vaccin contre la fièvre jaune est obligatoire pour entrer sur le territoire libérien.
Pour se rendre en Côte d’Ivoire depuis le Libéria, il convient de disposer d’un visa ivoirien en cours de validité. En vertu du principe de réciprocité, l’ambassade de Côte d’Ivoire au Libéria ne délivre de visa pour la Côte d’Ivoire qu’aux ressortissants libériens ou aux étrangers résidents (plus de 6 mois) au Libéria. Les personnes de passage au Libéria, voyageant par voie terrestre, sont donc invitées à solliciter un visa pour la Côte d’Ivoire dans leur pays d’origine ou de résidence habituelle. En revanche, les personnes de passage au Libéria voyageant en Côte d’Ivoire par voie aérienne peuvent solliciter un e-visa.
Pour plus d’informations sur les mesures en vigueur au Liberia, il est recommandé de consulter le site internet de l’ambassade de France au Libéria .
L’importation de devises est autorisée, sans déclaration, à concurrence de 10 000 dollars américains.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 27.01.2026 · read 16.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Liberia’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Liberia set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Liberian Embassy in the UK .
To enter Liberia, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
You must have a visa to enter Liberia.
Apply for a visa to visit Liberia through the Liberian Embassy in the UK . Your passport must have at least 6 months validity remaining when you make your application.
Once in Liberia, you can apply for an extension of your existing visa for a maximum of 60 days. To apply for an extension in Monrovia, you should visit the Immigration Office at Gbarngaye’s Town, 24th Street, Sinkor. You’ll need to take your passport and pay a fee of 25 US dollars.
If you’re staying outside Montserrado County, contact your local Immigration Office to get a visa extension authorised by the Immigration County Commander.
To stay longer you must apply for a Liberian residence permit .
As part of the visa application process, you need to provide a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination.
For more details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, including yellow fever, see TravelHealthPro’s Liberia guide .
On 25 May, the Liberia Ministry of Health and National Public Health Institute issued a Travel Advisory note announcing heighted health screening measures for travellers arriving into Liberia, due to outbreaks of Ebola in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) have declared this a Public Health Emergency of International Concern .
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Liberia. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 10,000 US dollars or more.
You cannot take more than 7,500 US dollars in cash out of the country.
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · The crime rate in Liberia is high. Foreign nationals have been mugged in the Mamba Point and Sinkor areas of Monrovia, where most international visitors stay.
What the texts say · Do not use commercial taxis, buses, motorbike taxis, informal taxis or three-wheelers (“kékés”) due to low maintenance standards, increased risk of crime and dangerous driving practices. If you’re involved in a traffic accident, be aware that local crowds can become hostile and may attempt to attack you.
What the texts say · The rainy season extends from May to November. Heavy rains may result in localized flash flooding and roads may become impassable in affected areas.
What the texts say · Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Liberia. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe.
What the texts say · Be wary of unsolicited emails offering enticing business or financial opportunities. If you’re travelling to Liberia to meet someone you’ve met online, you may be the victim of a scam.
What the texts say · Demonstrations occur regularly. Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 27.05.2026 · read 30.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 15.10.2026 · read 30.09.2026)State Department ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 10.12.2025 · read 30.09.2026)
Reading: On the road, 18 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
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
À l’exception de quelques axes principaux, les routes sont en mauvais état et certaines ne sont pas asphaltées. La conduite dangereuse et la présence sur la chaussée d’animaux errants augmentent encore considérablement le risque d’accidents. Renoncez aux déplacements interurbains la nuit . En cas d'accident de la circulation, il faut craindre des représailles de la part de la population. En dehors de la ville de Monrovia, les infrastructures touristiques sont rares et très limitées (hôtels, restaurants, etc.). Il arrive que les passages de frontières soient temporairement fermés à court terme, par exemple afin d’endiguer la propagation de maladies. Informez-vous auprès des autorités locales ou directement auprès des postes-frontières. Il ne peut pas être exclu que les connexions téléphoniques et Internet ainsi que les réseaux sociaux soient temporairement limités. Les pénuries d’approvisionnement en électricité sont fréquentes. Il peut y avoir des pénuries de carburant. Cela peut rendre difficile la planification fiable de voyages.
Portez toujours votre document d'identité sur vous afin de pouvoir prouver votre identité lors de contrôles de personnes.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 27.01.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — 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 104 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.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
+231 77 059 93 73 · France Diplomatie
https://lr.ambafrance.org ↗
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Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Updated: 15 September 2026
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Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
Numéro d'urgence général: 911 Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse en Côte d'Ivoire Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse Libéria visa à l’arrivée
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British passport — British embassy and consulates
12th Street, Monrovia
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
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American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
503 Benson Street
+231 77-677-7000
http://monrovia.usembassy.gov/ ↗updated 10.12.2025 · read 16.10.2026
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Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 27.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Police: +231 770 800 911
Emergency services are unreliable in Liberia.
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
English is an official language in Liberia: no translated phrases here.
Actions to take before each professional trip abroad.
Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
October 15, 2026 05:02 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · 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 10.12 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10DFAE · updated 27.01 · 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 27.05 · read 16.10State Department · updated 10.12 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.05 · read 16.10State Department · updated 10.12 · 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: single number 911 · fire 114
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 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.05 · 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
Comparable figures (homicides, roads, incidents) are under Safety & risks › Incidents.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE · updated 27.01 · read 16.10
6 regions advised against, fully or partly, by at least one official reading.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 15.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.05 · 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 15.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 27.05 · 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 27.01 · read 16.10
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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The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
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The displayed level comes from the State Department, checked every morning. Before departure, always cross-check your country of residence's advisory: that is what your policy cites.
The level shown is the official U.S. Department of State level, checked daily. Maximum Insurance is an insurance distributor — general information, not personal advice.
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