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Honest, sourced guidance so you travel confident. Most of any country is calmer than the headlines suggest.
Safety
Countrywide advisory (Government of Canada)
Exercise increased cautionExercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories) Regional advisories apply; see the source for zone-level detail.
Source: Government of Canada · Verified 2026-07-26
Lome & Coastal Region
Exercise normal precautionsLome is safe and welcoming. The coastal strip from Lome to the Ghana border is secure for tourists.
Avoid: Avoid the port area and isolated beaches at night. Some neighborhoods (Zongo, Nyonkro) see petty theft; tourist areas (Plateau, Lome proper) are safe.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
Central Region (Kpalime, Ho, Atakpame)
Exercise normal precautionsThe central highlands are safe and scenic. Mountain villages and towns are welcoming.
Avoid: None specific; standard caution on secondary roads.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
Northern Region (Kara, Sokode)
Exercise normal precautionsThe north is stable and traditional. Kabye villages and markets are authentic tourist destinations.
Avoid: None specific; avoid secondary roads at night.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
Border Regions (Ghana, Burkina Faso)
Exercise increased cautionBorder areas are generally stable but warrant caution. Burkina Faso border is more concerning due to regional militancy.
Avoid: Avoid crossing into Burkina Faso or venturing far into border zones without local advice. Ghana border is stable.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
5 zones rated separately against Government of Canada, UK FCDO. Oldest check on this page: 6 July 2026.
Emergency Contacts
Togo National Police
police · nationwide
SAMU Togo
ambulance · nationwide
CHU Silvanus Olympio
hospital · Lome
Hopital General de Lome
hospital · Lome