47 country travel advices
Cameroon
🇨🇲
Stay Alert
Yaoundé •
Africa •
Middle Africa •
Developing •
22.71M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: June 7, 2023
⚠️ Cameroon recently launched an E-visa system, requiring visa applicants to sign up, provide the relevant documentation and pay for their visa online before travel. (see 'Travel').
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Cameroon overall due to civil unrest and high levels of violent crime.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Zimbabwe
🇿🇼
Stay Alert
Harare •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Developing •
14.24M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: June 7, 2023
⚠️ We've reviewed our advice for Zimbabwe. We haven't changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution. The Zimbabwe general election will be held on 23 August. Civil unrest and political violence may increase in the lead-up to and following the general election.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Zimbabwe due to the risk of crime and the possibility of civil unrest and political violence.
Botswana
🇧🇼
Normal Safety
Gaborone •
Africa •
Southern Africa •
Developing •
2.14M people
⚠️ Exercise normal safety precautions 🕒 Issued date: June 6, 2023
⚠️ We've reviewed our advice for Botswana. We haven't changed the level of our advice, exercise normal safety precautions.
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Botswana.
Don't Travel
Bangui •
Africa •
Middle Africa •
Least Developed •
5M people
⚠️ Do not travel 🕒 Issued date: June 6, 2023
⚠️ We've reviewed our advice for the Central African Republic (CAR). We haven't changed the level of our advice, do not travel. Outbreaks of intercommunal violence and armed conflict can happen without warning throughout the country, including in Bangui. If despite our advice you decide to travel to the CAR, take the necessary precautions to ensure your safety.
We continue to advise:
Do not travel to the Central African Republic due to the dangerous security situation, activities of armed groups and high levels of serious crime.
Tunisia
🇹🇳
Stay Alert
Tunis •
Africa •
Northern Africa •
Developing •
11.15M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: June 1, 2023
⚠️ Protests, demonstrations and strikes can occur throughout Tunisia with little or no warning and may become violent. Strikes may affect essential services including ground and air transport services.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Tunisia overall due to the threat of a terrorist attack.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Nigeria
🇳🇬
Reconsider
Abuja •
Africa •
Western Africa •
Developing •
186.99M people
⚠️ Reconsider your need to travel 🕒 Issued date: June 1, 2023
⚠️ We’ve reviewed our advice for Nigeria. We haven’t changed our overall level, reconsider your need to travel. Some areas have an increased risk, we have raised the level of advice for Kogi State and Lagos city. There’s a high risk of terrorist attacks and kidnappings across Nigeria, including in the capital city Abuja, by various militant groups. Further attacks are likely. If, despite our advice, you undertake travel within Nigeria, research your routes and get professional security advice and support before departing. Avoid all political gatherings, which may occur with little or no notice.
We advise:
Reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria overall due to high threats of terrorist attack and kidnapping, the volatile security situation, possible violent civil unrest and high levels of violent crime.
Higher levels apply.
Uganda
🇺🇬
Stay Alert
Kampala •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Least Developed •
33.86M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 31, 2023
⚠️ Uganda adopted a new Anti-Homosexuality Act on 29 May. The law prohibits same-sex relationships, and convictions under these laws may result in severe sentences. LGBTQI+ travellers should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Uganda. You no longer need a COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination to enter or leave Uganda.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Uganda overall due to the threat of terrorist attack, civil unrest and criminal activity.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Gabon
🇬🇦
Stay Alert
Libreville •
Africa •
Middle Africa •
Developing •
1.8M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 30, 2023
⚠️ We’ve reviewed our advice for Gabon. We haven’t changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Gabon overall due to the risk of violent crime.
Guinea
🇬🇳
Stay Alert
Conakry •
Africa •
Western Africa •
Least Developed •
12.95M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 26, 2023
⚠️ We’ve reviewed our advice for Guinea. We haven’t changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution. Higher levels apply in some areas.
Recent protests in Conakry and other towns in Guinea have turned violent, resulting in several deaths and injuries. There is potential for further protests to take place. There are currently heightened political and social tensions, including in the capital Conakry, with the potential for the situation to deteriorate without warning. Avoid protests and public gatherings and remain vigilant. Follow the advice of local authorities and monitor local media for updates.
The Australian High Commission in Accra has very limited capacity to provide consular assistance in Guinea.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Guinea overall due to political and social tensions that can lead to violence.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Kenya
🇰🇪
Stay Alert
Nairobi •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Developing •
47.25M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 23, 2023
⚠️ Terrorists maintain a strong interest in attacking foreigners in Nairobi and other major population centres in Kenya. Attacks could occur at any time and with little or no warning. Avoid areas prone to attack and remain vigilant if visiting public areas. See more 'Full Advice – Safety - Terrorism'.
Protests can be expected across Kenya. Avoid protests and political gatherings. Follow the advice of local authorities.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Kenya overall due to the high crime levels and the threat of terrorist attack.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Rwanda
🇷🇼
Normal Safety
Kigali •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Least Developed •
11.55M people
⚠️ Exercise normal safety precautions 🕒 Issued date: May 18, 2023
⚠️ We’ve reviewed our advice for Rwanda. We haven’t changed the level of our advice, exercise normal safety precautions. Higher levels apply in some areas.
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Rwanda.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Angola
🇦🇴
Stay Alert
Luanda •
Africa •
Middle Africa •
Least Developed •
25.87M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 18, 2023
⚠️ We’ve reviewed our advice for Angola. We haven’t changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution. Higher levels apply in some areas.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Angola overall due to the risk of civil unrest and violent crime.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Lesotho
🇱🇸
Stay Alert
Maseru •
Africa •
Southern Africa •
Least Developed •
1.89M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 17, 2023
⚠️ There is a nationwide curfew between 10 pm and 4 am. Follow the advice of local authorities. Protests may occur and can become violent.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Lesotho overall due to the risk of violent crime.
Sudan
🇸🇩
Don't Travel
Khartoum •
Africa •
Northern Africa •
Least Developed •
39.6M people
⚠️ Do not travel 🕒 Issued date: May 16, 2023
⚠️ should strongly consider leaving Sudan as soon as possible. There are commercial departure options from Port Sudan and Port Suakin. You may also be able to enter Egypt and other neighbouring countries via land borders. You need valid travel documentation and visas to exit Sudan and enter Saudi Arabia or Egypt. Carefully consider the risks for any departure route, including during ceasefires (see 'Full advice - Safety'). The security situation remains volatile, and violence could escalate at short notice. Adopt appropriate personal security measures and remain vigilant. Monitor media and continue to follow our advice on Smartraveller.
We continue to advise:
Do not travel to Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest and the volatile security situation.
Somalia
🇸🇴
Don't Travel
Mogadishu •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Least Developed •
11.08M people
⚠️ Do not travel 🕒 Issued date: May 16, 2023
⚠️ We've reviewed our advice for Somalia. We haven't changed the level of our advice, do not travel. Terrorist attacks continue to occur. If you're in Somalia, leave as soon as possible. If you decide to stay despite our advice, get professional security advice.
We continue to advise:
Do not travel to Somalia due to armed conflict, the ongoing very high threat of terrorist attack and kidnapping, and dangerous levels of violent crime.
Zambia
🇿🇲
Normal Safety
Lusaka •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Least Developed •
15.93M people
⚠️ Exercise normal safety precautions 🕒 Issued date: May 16, 2023
⚠️ You'll need a visa to enter Zambia. If you're visiting Zambia for less than 90 days, you don't need a visa in advance and can obtain a visa on arrival. All visa fees have been removed for Australian passport holders visiting Zambia (see 'Travel').
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Zambia.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Tanzania
🇹🇿
Stay Alert
Dodoma •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Least Developed •
55.16M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 11, 2023
⚠️ The Australian Consulate has opened in Dar es Salaam. Limited consular services will be offered. You can still access full consular assistance from the Australian High Commission in Kenya.
Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks anywhere in Tanzania. Terrorist groups could attack with little or no warning, targeting hotels, embassies, restaurants, malls and markets, police stations, places of worship, and other places frequented by Westerners. Be alert to your surroundings and pay close attention to your personal security. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative RT-PCR tests results are no longer needed to enter Tanzania.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Tanzania overall due to the risk of serious crime.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Algeria
🇩🇿
Stay Alert
Algiers •
Africa •
Northern Africa •
Developing •
40.4M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 11, 2023
⚠️ We’ve reviewed our advice for Algeria. We've lowered the travel advice level. We now advise exercise a high degree of caution overall due to the high threat of terrorist attack and civil unrest. Higher levels apply in some areas.
We now advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Algeria overall due to the risk of terrorism and kidnapping.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
Sierra Leone
🇸🇱
Stay Alert
Freetown •
Africa •
Western Africa •
Least Developed •
7.08M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 5, 2023
⚠️ We've reviewed our advice for Sierra Leone. We haven't changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution. Authorities have banned traditional political street parades in the lead up to the 24 June presidential, parliamentary and municipal elections. Avoid all political gatherings and election related sites.
The Australian High Commission in Accra currently has very limited capacity to provide consular assistance in Sierra Leone.
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Sierra Leone due to the high level of crime and the possibility of civil unrest.
Malawi
🇲🇼
Stay Alert
Lilongwe •
Africa •
Eastern Africa •
Least Developed •
16.83M people
⚠️ Exercise a high degree of caution 🕒 Issued date: May 5, 2023
⚠️ Malawi is currently experiencing a widespread cholera outbreak (see ‘Health‘).
We advise:
Exercise a high degree of caution in Malawi due to the high crime rate.
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