UK (FCDO) travel advisory — Niger

Criticalupdated 52 days ago
Ongoingsince June 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Official authorities strongly advise against all travel to Niger due to the security situation.

  • 600km
    Radius of the affected area
NigerNationwide · radius ≈ 600 km

What this changes for you, on the ground

Official authorities strongly advise against all travel to Niger due to the security situation. This recommendation applies across the entire country and reflects an extreme level of risk.

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If you are currently in Niger, the situation presents serious risks to your personal safety. It is recommended that you contact your embassy or consulate immediately to understand available options and appropriate protective measures for your situation.

Follow the official instructions from your government and local authorities. Maintain contact with your embassy, avoid non-essential travel, and remain vigilant at all times. Contact local health services for any medical emergency.

This alert is issued by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Switzerland, South Korea, Italy, and Spain.

Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on September 3, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →

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How it evolved

  1. Alert raisedCriticalJune 28, 2026 at 5:44 PM

A single entry: the alert has not changed state since it was raised.

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