Guinea-Bissau - Level 3: Reconsider Travel

There were no changes to the advisory level. The “Crime” indicator was removed. The “Other” indicator was added. The advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Guinea-Bissau due to unrest , inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines . Advisory Summary There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Dakar, Senegal. Unrest Guinea-Bissau has had periods of political instability for decades, including political unrest in November 2025. L

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