Gabon
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Gabon’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
Following elections on 26 August, there has been a military takeover of the government in Gabon. This may lead to protests and unrest and the situation could change quickly without warning. A curfew is currently in place from 1800-0600 each night. You should stay indoors where possible and avoid protests, gatherings and any military activity. See safety and security
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If you are a British National in Gabon, please register your presence via https://www.register.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/gabon-20230831/tell-the-uk-government-youre-in-gabon which includes recording your up to date contact information. You should fill in this form for every member of your family or group who is a British National. Your registration will allow us to share any updates.
Protests in Gabon are not common but happen on occasion and may turn violent without warning, such was the case following the 2016 Presidential elections You should avoid all demonstrations and rallies and remain vigilant during periods of unrest. See Political situation.
On 13 February 2023, the Equatorial Guinea authorities confirmed it’s first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Kie Ntem Province, northern Equatorial Guinea. Travel is restricted in and around this area. You should be extremely vigilant in and near Kie Ntem in Equatorial Guinea, and in the neighbouring areas of Ambam, Kye-Ossi and Olamze in southern Cameroon, and Ntem and Woleu in Gabon. Check with local authorities before travelling. You can find more information on Marburg virus disease from the World Health Organisation.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
During periods of unrest, police checks may increase. Make sure you have all required documentation with you and avoid large gatherings.
Consular support is limited in Gabon. However, the British High Commission in Yaoundé, Cameroon can provide consular support to British nationals. See Consular assistance
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Gabon, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism