Location: Parc W in northeastern Benin.
Event: Due to recent security concerns in regions within close proximity to Benin’s northeastern border, U.S. Embassy personnel are prohibited from personal travel to Parc W in northeastern Benin.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid travel to Parc W
- Be aware of your surroundings
- Keep a low profile
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists/Westerners
- Review your personal security plans
- Have travel documents up to date and easily accessible
- Carry proper identification, including a U.S. passport with a current Benin visa
- Have evacuation plans that do not rely on U.S. government assistance
Assistance:
- S. Embassy Cotonou, Benin
+(229) 21-30-75-00
ConsularCotonou@state.gov - State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Benin Country Information
- Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)to receive security updates
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