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Exercise increased caution
in Comoros due to crime, unrest, and health.
There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros. Consular services for U.S. citizens in Comoros are provided by the U.S. embassy in Madagascar.
Crime
Petty crime is common in Comoros. Stay aware of your surroundings. Comoros has also had reports of piracy. Small crafts on the open seas are vulnerable to attack.
Unrest - demonstrations
Protests occur spontaneously in Comoros and can happen due to political factors. Most protests occur in Moroni, and some have turned violent. Protesters have also engaged in the destruction of property.
Health
Healthcare, including ambulance services, is limited in Moroni. It is very limited in rural areas. Medical care in rural areas often requires transportation to Moroni. Medical evacuation from Comoros is often needed for significant injuries and illnesses.
Review our information on Health in the Travel Guidance section
Do not travel
to Central African Republic due to risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, landmines, health, and terrorism.
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Central African Republic.
- U.S. government employees working in the Central African Republic must get special authorization to travel outside of Bangui. They are required to travel in armored vehicles in Bangui and are subject to a curfew.
- Family members cannot join U.S. government employees who work in the Central African Republic.
Unrest
There is a continuing risk of civil unrest, demonstrations, and election-related violence. This includes renewed outbreaks of armed conflict occurring throughout the country.
- Unrest can happen in the capital of Bangui.
- Armed groups and opposition forces control large areas of the country. They regularly kidnap, injure, or kill civilians.
- Airport, land border crossings, and road closures may occur without warning.
Crime
Violent crime is common. It includes homicide, kidnapping, armed robbery, aggravated battery, and larceny.
Kidnapping
Criminal gangs and armed groups kidnap for ransom on a frequent basis, mainly outside of Bangui. Local law enforcement officials are not equipped or trained to handle the threat of kidnapping.
Other - Landmines
Unexploded landmines are unmarked. They are a known risk. Landmines may be present anywhere outside Bangui, particularly:
- Along the border with Cameroon
- In the tri-border region with Chad in Sector West
- Near Bambari in Sector East
Health
Medical services in the Central African Republic are extremely limited. There is no adequate medical treatment available for routine and emergency procedures. Even minor health issues could require medical evacuation at your expense.
- Make sure you know if your health insurance plan covers any medical expenses coverage abroad. Most U.S. plans do not.
- If you purchase medical travel insurance, you are responsible for seeking reimbursement from your medical insurance. Be sure to follow their guidance and instructions for filing claims.
- We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.
Vaccinations
Make sure you are up to date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Travelers are required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination for all arriving travelers (at least 9 months old). CDC recommends that travelers going to the Central African Republic take prescription medicine to prevent malaria.
Stay up to date with the vaccines recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
Terrorism
Ineffective border controls may allow criminal and terrorist groups to seek temporary refuge in the Central African Republic. Be alert to your surroundings. Terrorists can attack without warning. They may target foreign and local government facilities as well as tourist areas.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The purpose of this notice is to allow an additional 30 days for public comments.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The purpose of this notice is to allow an additional 30 days for public comments.
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