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Bobo-Dioulasso: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Bobo-Dioulasso is a city in Burkina Faso with a population of 1,129,000 ; it is the second-largest city in the country, after Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso's capital. The name means "home of the Bobo-Dioula".

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Safety and health

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Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid all travelThe whole country is off limits.
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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.
  • crime
  • kidnapping
  • terrorism
  • health risks
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There was no change to the advisory level. The “health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Do Not Travel to Burkina Faso for any reason due to crime, kidnapping, terrorism, and health. Advisory summary Do not travel to Burkina Faso for any reason. U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Airports, distances and public transport

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Bobo Dioulasso Airport BOY4.5 km from the centre
Korhogo Airport HGO242 km from the centre
Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport OUA330 km from the centre

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