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Avoid all five Level 4 sub-zones. Avoid demonstrations. No photography of security/military/police. Libyan border frequently closes without notice. Currency: no TND import; declare >~USD 3000. STEP enrollment essential — Embassy sends frequent security alerts.

NW/SW Level 4 (Anglophone conflict — off-limits). Far North Level 4 (Boko Haram). East/Adamawa near CAR Level 4. MALARIA: chemoprophylaxis + DEET + permethrin net. YF card in carry-on. No bushmeat (mpox/Ebola). No fresh water swimming (schistosomiasis).

Northern border Level 4 — do not travel. MALARIA: start chemoprophylaxis before departure; DEET from dusk; permethrin net. YELLOW FEVER: ICVP in carry-on. US gov't employees require two-car convoys outside major cities. No night driving outside cities. Piracy in Gulf of Guinea.

CHIKUNGUNYA: DEET 30%+ from arrival; dawn/dusk peak. OUTER ISLANDS: medevac insurance required (no hospitals). MARINE: reef shoes everywhere (stonefish). CYCLONE SEASON: Nov-April; check weather before inter-island ferry/flights.

Level 2 for crime. Standard precautions: no expensive displays; hotel safe; caution at ATMs; book taxis in advance. Drive on LEFT — narrow; poorly lit roads; night driving hazardous. Zero BAC. All-in-One Digital Form within 72 hours. Adderall/cannabis strictly prohibited.

Avoid Level 4 sub-zones (eastern/southern borders; overland Sahara). Fly to Saharan cities — never overland. Israeli stamps may cause issues. Photography of military/police prohibited. Inform local police when traveling outside major cities. Dual nationals: limited consular access.

North of Kandé Level 4 — no exceptions. Savanes Region: special authorization required. Lomé beach: no walking alone at night. Meningitis belt: ACWY vaccine Jan-March. Schistosomiasis: no fresh water. Police checkpoints: carry ID; cooperate.

Do not travel. WhatsApp +216 29 980 978 for emergency. State Dept +1-202-501-4444. No tourist visits. Journalism and humanitarian: specialized security contractors required.