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Gabon

Everything to have & know before you land in Gabon.

🧭 Quick facts

1 USD = 576 XAF
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Plug C · ~230V

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Passport ValidityRequired📄 Entry & DocsMust be valid for at least 6 months beyond planned stay
Visa RequirementRequired📄 Entry & DocsTourist visa required for most nationalities, obtainable on arrival or pre-approvalSource · Gabonese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Yellow Fever VaccinationRequired💉 HealthMandatory vaccination for entry into Gabon
Malaria ProphylaxisRecommended💉 HealthHigh risk malaria zone requires preventative medication
Travel InsuranceRecommended💉 HealthEssential for medical emergencies in remote areas
Last reviewed 2026-07-09. Entry, health and safety rules change — always confirm with official sources (and a travel clinic for vaccines) before you travel.
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Safety & alerts — Gabon

Trip-readiness signal · indicative only

Level 2

Exercise increased caution

Exercise increased caution due to unrest , crime , and health . Unrest Demonstrations and protests may occur in Gabon without warning. Protests often occur in Libreville and Port Gentil. Crime Crime is common in Libreville and Port Gentil. It includes robbery, vehicle break-ins, and residential burglaries. Health Access to medical care is limited. Medical facilities are limited in quality and stan

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Indicative information aggregated from public sources (U.S. State Dept · GDELT). Always check your government's official travel advisory before travelling. Advisory updated 7/28/2026.