Ouahigouya: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Ouahigouya is a city in northern Burkina Faso, situated 182 kilometres northwest of Ouagadougou. It is the capital of the Yatenga Province and one of its subdivisions the Ouahigouya Department.

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Worth a day trip

Pouytenga≈ 3 hr 30 min Djougou≈ 4 hr 5 min

Safety and health

Official travel advice and the medical minimum

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).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.

crime
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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: US Department of State Travel Advisory

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

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Ouahigouya: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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