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Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to the Central African Republic due to unstable security conditions and violent crime.
Bambari is the third-largest city in the Central African Republic, located in Ouaka Prefecture.
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The city is a market town situated on the Ouaka River. Attractions include the Cathedral of St. Joseph and the Central Market.
Recent conditions and near-term forecast near Bambari.
3 source-backed travel advisories are available for Central African Republic.
Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to the Central African Republic due to unstable security conditions and violent crime.
FCDO advises against all travel; FCDO advises against all but essential travel
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). FCDO advises against all travel to the whole of the Central African Republic, including the areas of Bimbo, Begoua and Coline, except to the capital, Bangui. FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Bangui, including Bangui M’Poko International Airport.
Do not travel
Do not travel to Central African Republic due to risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, landmines, health, and terrorism. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the Central African Republic. U.S. government employees working in the Central African Republic must get special authorization to travel outside of Bangui.
Unrest There is a continuing risk of civil unrest, demonstrations, and election-related violence. This includes renewed outbreaks of armed conflict occurring throughout the country.
Crime Violent crime is common. It includes homicide, kidnapping, armed robbery, aggravated battery, and larceny. Kidnapping Criminal gangs and armed groups kidnap for ransom on a frequent basis, mainly outside of Bangui. Local law enforcement officials are not equipped or trained to handle the threat of kidnapping. Other - Landmines Unexploded landmines are unmarked. They are a known risk.
Landmines may be present anywhere outside Bangui, particularly:
Health Medical services in the Central African Republic are extremely limited. There is no adequate medical treatment available for routine and emergency procedures. Even minor health issues could require medical evacuation at your expense. Make sure you know if your health insurance plan covers any medical expenses coverage abroad.
Vaccinations Make sure you are up to date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Travelers are required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination for all arriving travelers (at least 9 months old). CDC recommends that travelers going to the Central African Republic take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Stay up to date with the vaccines recommended by the U.S.
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Terrorism Ineffective border controls may allow criminal and terrorist groups to seek temporary refuge in the Central African Republic. Be alert to your surroundings. Terrorists can attack without warning. They may target foreign and local government facilities as well as tourist areas.
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