🇱🇷 Is Liberia safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Liberia: 9 diplomatic missions from 9 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Liberia
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Passport valid for at least 6 months required; carry it or a copy at all times during your stay
- Visa mandatory for all Spanish passport types; cannot be obtained at the airport
- Visa available at the Honorary Consulate of Liberia in Madrid: single entry ~€100, multiple entry ~€200
- Stays over 30 days require a temporary or permanent residence permit from LIS (Airfield New Road, Sinkor, Monrovia)
Risk areas and situations
- Avoid travelling at night and never travel alone anywhere in the country
- Do not carry large amounts of cash, jewellery or conspicuous valuables on your person
Local laws and customs
- Information on drug possession, customs restrictions, LGBTI legislation and mobility available in the official advisory
Health
- Yellow fever vaccine is mandatory; hepatitis A and B, typhoid, tetanus, meningitis, polio and diphtheria are recommended
- International travel insurance is strongly recommended
Emergency numbers in Liberia
Embassies and consulates in Liberia
9 diplomatic missions from 9 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Greater Monrovia District |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇬🇳 Guinea | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 1 | Monrovia |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 1 | Monrovia |
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Liberia is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Liberia safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Liberia is 1.68/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Liberia?
The general emergency number in Liberia is 911. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Liberia?
Telcomia tracks 9 diplomatic missions from 9 countries in Liberia, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.