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Safety

Countrywide advisory (Government of Canada)

Exercise increased caution

Exercise a high degree of caution

Source: Government of Canada · Verified 2026-07-26

Monrovia and surrounding areas

Exercise increased caution

Monrovia has improving security and growing tourist infrastructure, but armed robbery, theft, and gang violence still occur. Avoid night travel and isolated areas.

Avoid: Avoid traveling alone at night, avoid large political gatherings, avoid disputed land areas.

Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06

Southeastern beaches (Harper, Greenville)

Exercise normal precautions

Coastal towns in the southeast are peaceful and relatively safe. Infrastructure is basic but locals are welcoming to visitors.

Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06

Interior rainforest regions

Exercise increased caution

Roads are rough and medical care is absent in remote areas. Travel is possible but requires guides, 4x4 vehicles, and advance planning.

Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06

4 zones rated separately against Government of Canada, UK FCDO. Oldest check on this page: 6 July 2026.

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Emergency Contacts

Liberia National Police

police · Monrovia

4222225

JFK Medical Center

ambulance · Monrovia

226516635

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