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Ivory Coast travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Ivory Coast with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Ivory Coast.
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Ivory Coast travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Ivory Coast with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK +0 hours |
Language(s) | French |
Currency | West African CFA Franc |
Electricity | C + E plug (220V) |
Driving side | Right |
Visa✝ | Yes |
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Ivory Coast weather
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Ivory Coast travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Ivory Coast from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Ivory Coast - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Ivory Coast - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Ivory Coast - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the Ivory Coast - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the Ivory Coast - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Ivory Coast - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Ivory Coast.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Ivory Coast travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Ivory Coast with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Ivory Coast - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Ivory Coast - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Ivory Coast - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Ivory Coast, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Ivory Coast covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Ivory Coast with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the Ivory Coast - Ministry of Health & Public Hygiene, Ivory Coast
- Coronavirus timeline in the Ivory Coast - Our World in Data
Ivory Coast travel features
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Ivory Coast FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Ivory Coast including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to the Ivory Coast due to Covid-19?
Ivory Coast is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK. Unvaccinated visitors may be subject to an additional test on arrival.
Check out Ministry of Health & Public Hygiene, Ivory Coast for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from the Ivory Coast?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from the Ivory Coast. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between the Ivory Coast and the UK?
The time difference between the Ivory Coast and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in the Ivory Coast?
The main language spoken in the Ivory Coast is French.
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What is the currency in the Ivory Coast?
The currency in the Ivory Coast is the West African CFA Franc (XOF).
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Which plugs are used in the Ivory Coast?
Ivory Coast uses electrical plug type C + E (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Ivory Coast?
They drive on the right side of the road in the Ivory Coast.
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