Niamey: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Niamey is the capital and largest city of Niger. It is in the western part of the country, surrounded by the Tillabéri Region. Niamey lies on the Niger River, primarily situated on the river's left bank.

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Now in the cityNiamey+29°CClear night · sunrise 06:46 AMupdated 03:24 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map8

Exchange rateF CFA 585.95per 1 $XOF — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Pouytenga≈ 3 hr 35 min Djougou≈ 3 hr 45 min Parakou≈ 3 hr 50 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid all travelThe whole country is off limits.

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Updated information about attacks near the Presidential Palace and Niamey’s Diori International Airport ('Safety and security' page.)

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.

crime
terrorism
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Do not travel to Niger for any reason due to crime , unrest , terrorism , health , and kidnapping . Due to safety risks, only essential U.S. government employees are permitted to travel to Niger. Non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members of U.S. government employees are not assigned to U.S. Embassy Niamey due to safety risks. The U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

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

Niamey: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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Getting there and staying

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Safety and health

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