U.S. Department of State
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
There was no change to the advisory level. The “Other” risk indicator was removed, and the “Unrest” risk indicator was added.
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Africa · Updated
As of September 2026, Gambia scores 63/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Gambia Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Of the 1 Gambia destination assessed, Banjul scores highest (63/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
No advisory against travel
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution
Canada's official risk level for Gambia, The: exercise a high degree of caution.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Gambia destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Gambia safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts | 72 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 7.9 / 100k | 52 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025 | 66/100 | 66 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2025) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025 | 52/100 | 52 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2025) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 22.0 / 100k | 38 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Gambia safety FAQ
Is Gambia safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Gambia Level 2 of 4 — Exercise Increased Caution. On our composite index Gambia averages 63/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 30 September 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Gambia?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Banjul currently scores highest at 63/100 (Moderate).
Where does this Gambia safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.