Current travel advisories for Nigeria
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Last Update: Tuesday, 13. August 2024 at 08:21
Please reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria.
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Current situation : 3.8 / 5
Nigeria is a country in Africa (Western Africa) with around 139 million citizens and a land mass of 923,768 km². We detected travel advisories from 8 sources for this country.
Bordering countries: 3.7 / 5
Nigeria shares land borders with 4 neighbouring states. For this country, the Danger Index is 3.7 (average value for all countries). All countries habe been reported as somehow dangerous: Niger (4.7), Chad (3.7), Benin with (3.2) and Cameroon with (3.2 of 5). See danger map of the region.
Current informationen on Covid-19
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control currently reports of no cases of COVID-19 (infection with SARS-CoV-2 or Coronavirus).
Source: www.ecdc.europa.eu
Single advisories / travel warnings
New Zealand government
Quelle: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/nigeria
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
Avoid non-essential travel elsewhere in Nigeria, including Abuja, (except the cities of Calabar and Lagos), due to the threat from terrorism, kidnapping and violent crime (level 3 of 4).
Danger level: 4
Avoid non-essential travel / High Risk.
New Zealand government
https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/nigeria
Regional warning: This advisory covers a specific region.
Brief summary:
If you are planning international travel at this time, please read our COVID-19 related travel advice here, alongside our destination specific travel advice below.
Reisewarnstufe: 0
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New Zealand government
https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/nigeria
Regional warning: This advisory covers a specific region.
Brief summary:
Exercise increased caution in the cities of Calabar and Lagos due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime (level 2 of 4).
Reisewarnstufe: 2
Exercise increased caution / Some Risk.
New Zealand government
https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/nigeria
Regional warning: This advisory covers a specific region.
Brief summary:
Do not travel to the states of Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Borno, Delta, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Niger, Plateau, Rivers (including Port Harcourt and Bonny Island), the river areas of Cross River state, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe and Zamfara. There is an ongoing significant threat from terrorism and a very high threat of kidnapping, localised conflict, and armed attacks in these areas. The security situation is volatile. If you are in one of these areas you should consider departing as soon as it is safe to do so. (Level 4 of 4).
Reisewarnstufe: 5
Do not travel / Extreme Risk.
German government
Quelle: https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de/ReiseUndSicherheit/nigeriasicherheit/205788
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
Nigeria: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (Teilreisewarnung). The German government advises againt travelling this country.
Danger level: 3
Regional Travel Warning.
Canadian government
Quelle: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/nigeria
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
The Canadian goverment suggests: Avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories).
Danger level: 3
Avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories).
Finnish government
Quelle: https://um.fi/resemeddelande/-/c/NG
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
Iaktta särskild försiktighet - Undvik alla resor till Nigerdeltat.
I huvudstaden Abuja och i affärslivets centrum Lagos är situationen till stora delar lugn och relativt trygg. Risken för terrorattacker i hela landet kan inte uteslutas. Det allmänna säkerhetsläget i Nigeria är dåligt. Det förekommer en risk för brottslighet och kidnappning i hela landet. Man kan inte i alla situationer lita på myndigheternas funktionsförmåga.
Danger level: 3
Travel with higher caution..
Finnish government
https://um.fi/resemeddelande/-/c/NG
Regional warning: This advisory covers a specific region.
Brief summary:
Undvik alla resor
Reisewarnstufe: 5
Avoid Travelling..
Australian government
Quelle: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/nigeria
National warning: This advisory covers the whole country.
Brief summary:
We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria. Higher levels apply in some areas. There's ongoing strikes and protests over the cost of living. Avoid public demonstrations, rallies and gatherings. These can turn violent and have sometimes been met with forceful responses by security forces. Trading and business disruptions have occurred. Maintain stocks of essential supplies. (see ‘Safety’).
We advise:
Reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria overall due to the volatile security situation and threat of terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime and the risk of civil unrest.
Higher levels apply.
Danger level: 4
Reconsider your need to travel.
US American government
Danger level: 4
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If there is more than one advisory/message of a single government for a given country, it indicates regional differences in means of security for your personal health and well-being. Single messages can indicate specific regions to be safer or less safe as mentioned in the main advisory. In these cases it's advisable to consult your own governments information. Additional Disclaimer: Since the evaluation is an automated process, it can only provide first steps for your own research. Please make sure to consult the sources.
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Country information
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Basic facts
- Citizens
- around 139 million
- Covering landmass
- 923,768 km²
- Electricity
- 240V - 50Hz
- Currency
- Naira (NGN)
- ISO 2-Letter Code
- NG
- Phone prefix
- +234
- Top Level Domain
- .ng
- Mobile frequencies (MHz)
- 900/1800
Airports in Nigeria (extern)
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Frequently asked questions
This section gives some brief answers to common questions regarding travel safety in Nigeria.
Is Nigeria safe to travel in 2020?
There are some travel advisories for Nigeria. With a risk index of 3.8 out of 5 possible point, we suggest you consult your local authorities before booking a flight.
How many countries have issued advisories for Nigeria?
We currently know of 8 countries having issued advisories for Nigeria.
What countries does Nigeria share land borders with?
Nigeria shares land borders with 4 neighbouring states. For this country, the Danger Index is 3.7 (average value for all countries). All countries habe been reported as somehow dangerous: Niger (4.7), Chad (3.7), Benin with (3.2) and Cameroon with (3.2 of 5). See danger map of the region.