Maximum Alerts / Somalia
Level published by the State Department on 20.05.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Somalia — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 4/4 ("Do Not Travel"), 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.
120 recorded incidents (UCDP)hover, click to open it in the briefing
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.
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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.
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).
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — advises against all travel to the whole country.
an official reading covers the whole country; every trip calls for a written management decision, justified by a pressing reason, with reinforced conditions.
Foreign Office — Advised against — all but essential travel
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh, and Sahil.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Centre et sud du pays
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Puntland
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Somaliland — La situation sécuritaire dans la province sécessionniste du Somaliland est précaire. […] Les déplacements dans cette zone demeurent formellement déconseillés en-dehors de l’axe Hargeisa-Berbera.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all but essential travel
Hargeisa et Berbera — Les villes d’Hargeisa et Berbera ainsi que l’axe reliant les deux villes sont déconseillées sauf raison impérative.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (15.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (12.03.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: Updated information about the political situation ('Safety and security' page).
Updated 20.05.2026
Do not travel to Somalia due to risk of crime, kidnapping, terrorism, unrest, health, landmines, systematic mistreatment of women, systematic mistreatment of gay and lesbian individuals, piracy, abuse of residents in rehabilitation centers, and confiscation of passports by family members .
Do not travel to Somalia for any reason.
The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to Americans in Somalia due to the safety risks.
U.S. government employees working in Somalia are not allowed to travel outside the Mogadishu International Airport complex, where the U.S. embassy is located, due to security risks. When they do travel within the complex they are accompanied by armed security. Family members cannot join U.S. government employees who work in Somalia.
Aviation safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Somalia. For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .
Crime
Violent crime is common throughout Somalia, including homicide and kidnapping. Illegal roadblocks by armed individuals are widespread.
Kidnapping
Terrorists, criminal gangs, and other armed groups frequently kidnap for ransom. Local law enforcement officials are not equipped or trained to handle the threat of kidnapping or to respond to such crimes.
Terrorism
There is a notable risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorists plot kidnappings, bombings, and other attacks in Somalia. Terrorists attack without warning. They may target:
Attack methods can include car bombs, suicide bombers, individual attackers, and rocket or mortar fire.
Unrest
Protests and demonstrations occur throughout Somalia. They can turn violent quickly.
Health
Medical services in Somalia are extremely limited. They are often…
Somalia: Dengue Outbreak - Feb 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 15.10.20262026-03-16
Somalia: Diphtheria Outbreak - Jul 2025ReliefWeb ↗read 15.10.20262025-08-19
Somalia: Measles Outbreak - 2016-2026ReliefWeb ↗read 15.10.20262016-12-13
Somalia: Measles Outbreak - 2016-2026ReliefWeb ↗read 15.10.20262016-12-13
Somalia: Cholera Outbreak - 2016-2026ReliefWeb ↗read 15.10.20262016-04-29
Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY
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.
Over 1 January 2026 → 30 June 2026, UCDP (Uppsala University) recorded 168 geolocated violent incidents in this country, for 1,909 documented deaths.
Most affected areas
Lower Shabelle region 41 · Middle Shabelle region 26 · Bay region 26 · Hiran region 23 · Middle Juba region 19 · Lower Juba region 19
Most recent incidents
Source: UCDP Georeferenced Event Dataset (Uppsala Conflict Data Program), file GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv, CC BY 4.0 licence. We keep only incidents UCDP codes as "Clear" and whose location is precise enough to be placed — about 58% of the dataset. An incident may be revised, moved or withdrawn by UCDP in a later release: these figures describe a closed period, not a live situation.
Reading: 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 of the country are formally advised against.France Diplomatie ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 12.03.2026official map ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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Dernière actualisation le 12/03/2026, information toujours valable à la date du jour
La milice islamiste Al Shabaab, liée à Al Qaida, contrôle une part importante du Sud et du centre de la Somalie : la moitié Est des provinces de Gedo et Bas-Djouba, la totalité du Moyen-Djouba, de larges portions des provinces de Bay, Bakool, Bas et Moyen-Shabelle, Hiran et Galgadud. Tout ressortissant français qui tenterait de pénétrer dans les territoires sous contrôle d’Al Shabaab s’exposerait immédiatement à un risque maximum d’enlèvement ou d’assassinat. Dans les zones et villes sous le contrôle du gouvernement, des administrations et milices locales alliées et de l’AUSSOM, des opérations de guérilla et de harcèlement sont lancées quotidiennement par les parties belligérantes. Des actes de terrorisme sont commis quotidiennement par Al Shabaab dans les principales localités du sud et du centre de la Somalie, en particulier à Mogadiscio : assassinats ciblés, engins explosifs improvisés, jets de grenade, attentats à la voiture piégée, commandos suicide. Le risque d’enlèvement, notamment de travailleurs humanitaires et de journalistes, est extrêmement élevé à Mogadiscio comme dans l’ensemble du sud et du centre de la Somalie.
La situation au Puntland reste très volatile, en raison de la présence de miliciens d’Al Shabaab et de l’Etat Islamique, d’affrontements entre milices locales et de criminalité liée à la piraterie et aux trafics d’êtres humains. L’émergence d’une branche locale de Daech dans la région de Bari a considérablement renforcé le niveau de menace terroriste au Puntland, notamment à l’encontre des ressortissants étrangers. Le risque d’enlèvement est très élevé, notamment de la part de gangs liés à la piraterie et à des organisations terroristes.
La situation sécuritaire dans la province…
Les villes d’Hargeisa et Berbera ainsi que l’axe reliant les deux villes sont déconseillées sauf raison impérative. Les déplacements dans cette zone doivent s’accompagner de mesures de sécurité adaptées : escortes, réduction de la durée de séjour en zone orange, hébergements sécurisés. Il convient de rester discret sur les itinéraires empruntés et les lieux de destination de ces déplacements. Il est recommandé de s’assurer que les lieux fréquentés (hôtels, restaurants, bars) sont suffisamment sécurisés : sas à l’entrée rigoureusement fermés, gardes armés, murs d’enceinte, issues de secours facilement accessibles. Avant tout déplacement dans cette zone, il est recommandé de se signaler auprès de l’ambassade de France à Nairobi.
La menace terroriste, visant aussi bien des bâtiments officiels que des lieux publics, notamment ceux fréquentés par les étrangers (hôtels, restaurants), est permanente en Somalie. Les risques d’enlèvements de ressortissants français par des organisations liées à des entités terroristes sont également très importants.
Les actes de piraterie restent d’actualité au large des côtes somaliennes. Les navires de commerce et de plaisance peuvent faire l’objet d’attaques violentes avec prises d’otages. Les navires dont la vitesse est inférieure à 18 nœuds et dont le franc-bord est bas sur l’eau (hauteur de franc-bord inférieure à 8 mètres) représentent des proies de choix pour les pirates. La navigation de plaisance est formellement déconseillée dans la zone. Pour plus de détails, vous pouvez vous référer à la fiche thématique Piraterie maritime . Les armateurs et commandants de bâtiments doivent impérativement déclarer leurs mouvements auprès de l’opération de l’Union européenne EUNAVFOR-Atalanta et auprès du Contrôle naval volontaire français en océan Indien. En cas de présence dans la zone, il est recommandé de se signaler impérativement au MSCIO (The Maritime Security Centre for the Idian Ocean) contrôle naval volontaire mis en place dans le cadre de l’Opération Atalanta/ +33 (0) 298 220 220 ou +33 0 298 220 170) et à la cellule de permanence de l’autorité française sur cette zone maritime (Alindien : +971 265 74 265).
Il est extrêmement difficile et donc formellement déconseillé aux personnes isolées de se déplacer dans la totalité du pays, où aucune garantie de sécurité ne peut être donnée et aucune protection systématique ne peut être assurée en cas de besoin. Les assassinats, enlèvements et tentatives d’enlèvement sont fréquents et peuvent être le fait d’individus prétendument en charge de missions de protection (gardes et escortes privés, partenaires locaux, chauffeurs, fixeurs, représentants des autorités, milices locales, etc.). Les journalistes peuvent être visés par les actes terroristes et les assassinats. Les membres des ONG et des agences des Nations Unies opérant dans le pays se trouvent constamment en situation de risque.
Les intérêts français sont suivis par l’ambassade de France à Nairobi.
Conseils aux missionnaires des ONG et aux journalistes qui, malgré les risques extrêmement élevés et les mises en garde de ce site, décideraient de se rendre dans le pays :
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 12.03.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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 contrôlés et publiés avec des changements rédactionnels. Toujours valable: Les voyages à destination de la Somalie ainsi que les séjours de tout genre dans ce pays sont déconseillés. (published 24.03.2026)
Les voyages à destination de la Somalie ainsi que les séjours de tout genre dans ce pays sont déconseillés. Les personnes de nationalité suisse qui voyagent en Somalie en dépit des recommandations du DFAE doivent être conscients que la Suisse n’a pratiquement aucun moyen de porter assistance aux personnes suisses ou de leur porter secours en cas d’urgence. Dans tout le pays, les risques sécuritaires sont élevés. Dans de nombreuses régions, des opérations militaires sont menées contre l'organisation terroriste islamiste Al-Shabaab et d'autres groupes armés. Al‑Shabaab contrôle de vastes parties du centre et du sud de la Somalie et perpètre régulièrement des attentats, y compris dans des zones urbaines. De plus, des affrontements armés entre des clans et des milices locales ont lieu régulièrement. Dans tout le pays, il existe un risque considérable lié aux mines, aux engins explosifs improvisés (EEI) et aux munitions non explosées . Le risque d’enlèvement est très élevé et concerne aussi bien les personnes locales que les personnes de nationalité étrangère, en particulier le personnel des organisations internationales et des organisations d’entraide. Le risque d'attentats terroristes est élevé dans tout le pays . Les attentats sont particulièrement fréquents à Mogadiscio ainsi que dans le sud et le centre du pays. Outre les institutions publiques et les forces de sécurité, des cibles civiles sont régulièrement visées, notamment les marchés, les carrefours, les transports publics ainsi que les lieux fréquentés par des personnes étrangères, tels que les hôtels, les restaurants et les environs de l'aéroport international. Ces attaques causent régulièrement de nombreuses victimes et blessés. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme . Terrorisme et enlèvements La criminalité violente est répandue. L’océan Indien et les eaux somaliennes sont régulièrement le théâtre d’ actes de piraterie . Consultez les informations spécifiques: Risques maritimes et piraterie
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 15.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.03.2026 · read 15.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Regions covered by the Foreign Officegov.uk ↗updated 04.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 04.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
FCDO advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except for the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh, and Sahil.
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh, and Sahil.
This is due to the threat from terrorist groups and continuing violence. If you choose to remain in Somalia, you do so at your own risk. You should have a personal emergency plan that does not rely on the UK government.
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel . There has recently been an increase in fighting between al-Shabaab and the Somali Government close to the capital Mogadishu. Please see the Terrorism section for more information.
Support from FCDO is severely limited in Somalia, including Somaliland, with no support in person from staff at the British Embassy Mogadishu or the British Office Hargeisa.
If you need urgent help from the UK government, for example if you’ve been arrested or you’re concerned about forced marriage, contact:
If you’re in the UK and are concerned about a British national in Somalia, including Somaliland, call FCDO on 020 7008 5000.
The government of Somalia and the authorities in Somaliland will consider any British national of Somali (including Somaliland) descent to be a dual national. FCDO can offer only limited consular support in these cases.
Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 04.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
This section has safety advice for regions of Somalia. 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 .
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) advises against all travel to the regions of Toghdeer, Sanaag and Sool in eastern Somaliland. There has been an increase in violent clashes in recent months and the situation remains volatile, so if you do travel, exercise extreme caution.
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the 3 western regions of Somaliland – Awdal (including Boorama), Maroodijeh (including Hargeisa) and Sahil (including Berbera).
Check with local authorities before travelling to the border, and monitor travel advice for your destination: Ethiopia, Kenya or Djibouti. If you try to cross the border without the correct documents, officials may stop you.
Land borders with countries neighbouring Somalia may close at short notice. You may get a fine or detention for illegally crossing borders. The land border with Kenya is currently closed due to recent cross border terrorist activity. There have been reports that foreign nationals have been prevented from crossing the Djiboutian border into Somalia, though the border remains open.
FCDO advises against all travel to the rest of Somalia. There is ongoing, serious violence between opposing factions in many parts of the country. Civilians of all ages have been killed in fighting, which often involves heavy weapons.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 04.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
This guide also has safety advice for regions of Somalia, including Somaliland .
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 .
Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Somalia, including Somaliland.
The terrorist group Al Shabaab, and other groups opposed to the Federal Government, continue to carry out frequent attacks, including in the capital Mogadishu. Terrorist groups operating in Somalia have made threats against westerners and those working for western organisations in Somalia, including Somaliland.
Attacks could be indiscriminate and occur at any time, including in places visited by foreigners such as:
Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities. The Somali Security Forces regularly carry out counter-terrorist operations against Al-Shabaab, mainly in central and southern Somalia. There has recently been a significant increase in conflict between al-Shabaab and Somali Security Forces in the Middle Shabelle region, and increased threats against Mogadishu security.
Examples of previous significant attacks include:
While attacks occur less frequently in Somaliland, terrorists are still very likely to try to carry out attacks.
The risk of attacks in Somalia, including Somaliland, may be further heightened during religious holidays.
There is a high threat of kidnapping throughout Somalia, including in regions bordering Kenya and Ethiopia, and in Somaliland. Terrorists and criminal groups, including piracy groups, are involved in kidnapping. A number of western nationals, including British nationals, have been kidnapped in Somalia and some have been killed.
British nationals are seen as legitimate targets, including tourists, humanitarian aid workers, journalists and business travellers. If you are…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Somalia - Level 4: Do Not Travel 2026-05-20travel.state.gov ↗updated 20.05.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Do not travel to Somalia due to risk of crime, kidnapping, terrorism, unrest, health, landmines, systematic mistreatment of women, systematic mistreatment of gay and lesbian individuals, piracy, abuse of residents in rehabilitation centers, and confiscation of passports by family members .
Do not travel to Somalia for any reason.
The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to Americans in Somalia due to the safety risks.
U.S. government employees working in Somalia are not allowed to travel outside the Mogadishu International Airport complex, where the U.S. embassy is located, due to security risks. When they do travel within the complex they are accompanied by armed security. Family members cannot join U.S. government employees who work in Somalia.
Aviation safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby Somalia. For more information U.S. citizens should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .
Crime
Violent crime is common throughout Somalia, including homicide and kidnapping. Illegal roadblocks by armed individuals are widespread.
Kidnapping
Terrorists, criminal gangs, and other armed groups frequently kidnap for ransom. Local law enforcement officials are not equipped or trained to handle the threat of kidnapping or to respond to such crimes.
Terrorism
There is a notable risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorists plot kidnappings, bombings, and other attacks in Somalia. Terrorists attack without warning. They may target:
Attack methods can include car bombs, suicide bombers, individual attackers, and rocket or mortar fire.
Unrest
Protests and demonstrations occur throughout Somalia. They can turn violent quickly.
Health
Medical services in Somalia are extremely limited. They are often…
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to Somalia due to the volatile security situation and the high threat of domestic terrorism.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 15, 2026 08:42 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs and alcohol are severe. Drugs, alcohol and travel
Local authorities may request to see your identification at any time.
To avoid offending local sensitivities:
In 2027, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 7. In public, between sunrise and sunset, refrain from:
Photography of sensitive installations is prohibited. This includes:
Always ask permission before photographing official buildings or individuals.
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 Somalia. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Somalia 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.
The currency is the Somali shilling (SOS), except in Somaliland, which uses the Somaliland shilling. U.S. dollars are widely accepted. Credit cards are generally not accepted in Somalia. ATMs are available in major cities and are usually located in hotels, malls and other secure areas.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 15, 2026 08:42 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Always carry your passport and visa with you as ID. Somali nationals should consult local authorities in Somalia on personal ID requirements.
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
Get more advice when you arrive from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts. You should also:
Somalia has adopted Sharia law but is yet to implement it throughout the country. Al-Shabaab and other insurgent groups often have an extreme view on how to apply Sharia law. It’s illegal for Somali Muslims to convert to another religion or promote any religion other than Islam.
The drinking and sale of alcohol is banned in Somalia.
Drug offences, including drug use, possession and trafficking, are treated seriously in Somalia and are punishable by law. Possible punishments include a lengthy prison sentence without bail.
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Somalia. LGBT+ partners should not show affection in public. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Credit cards are not widely accepted in Somalia and it is not possible to get currency advances using a credit card. You should take cash with you into the country. The US dollar is the main currency for exchanging in Somalia. In Hargeisa you can withdraw US dollars from ATMs using international credit and debit cards.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 04.06.2026 · read 15.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. High UV at midday: sun protection.
Reading 08:00 (Africa/Mogadishu)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.
No value published by the World Bank in the last eight years for Somalia: physicians per 1,000 people.
Reading: Health spending of 22 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.
Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
October 15, 2026 08:42 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 15.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 4/4 — Do Not Travel, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 20.05 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 15.10DFAE · updated 24.03 · read 15.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 04.06 · read 15.10State Department · updated 20.05 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 04.06 · read 15.10State Department · updated 20.05 · 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
From 45 000 € to 140 000 € depending on severity and distance (Diversified Quotes, 2026).
SourcesDiversified Quotes, 2026General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: police 888 · ambulance 555 · fire 999
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
At today's level 4/4, 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 12.03 · read 15.10OMS · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 04.06 · read 15.10
The compared figures are under Safety & risks › Health system.
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 24.03 · read 15.10
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 15.10 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 04.06 · read 15.10France Diplomatie · updated 12.03 · read 15.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 15.10 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 04.06 · read 15.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 12.03 · read 15.10eda.admin.ch · updated 24.03 · read 15.10
Emergency phrases, transliterated; the original script, to show if pronunciation fails, is under Useful phrases.
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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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