🇨🇮Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Africa
Information
Capital
Yamoussoukro
Population
32,900,000
Currency
West African CFA franc (XOF CFA)
Languages
Français, Dioula, Baoulé
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+225
Timezone
Africa/Abidjan
Area
322,463 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
December 7 - National Day
Internet domain
.ci
About
Côte d'Ivoire is a West African country renowned for cocoa production and dynamic economic growth. It faces challenges such as flooding and deforestation while investing in infrastructure and economic diversification. The government emphasizes sustainable development and resilience.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau de risque moyen à élevé dans certaines zones du nord et ouest en raison de criminalité et instabilité.
Risk areas
Nord et frontière nord - Terrorisme et criminalitéOuest - Conflits communautaires
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur
- Rester vigilant dans les zones urbaines
Terrorism(medium)
- Suivre les avis des autorités locales
- Éviter les rassemblements
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Porter un casque en moto
Natural risks(Inondations et déforestation)
- Surveiller les alertes météo
- Éviter les zones inondables
Health(Système de santé limité hors Abidjan)
- Vaccins obligatoires: fièvre jaune
- Eau en bouteille et prophylaxie paludisme
Practical tips
- Inscription au consulat
- Assurance rapatriement
- Documents en double
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center400
1-bedroom apartment in city center500
1-bedroom apartment in suburb300
3-bedroom apartment in city center800
3-bedroom apartment in suburb600
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal3
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant15
McDonald's menu5
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino2
Water (1.5L)1
Bread (500g)1
Milk (1L)1.5
Eggs (12)2
Chicken (1kg)5
Apples (1kg)3
Bananas (1kg)1
Transport
Public transport ticket0.5
Monthly transport subscription20
Taxi ride (start)1
Taxi (1km)0.5
Gasoline (1L)1
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)30
Tennis court (1h weekend)10
Cinema5
Theater10
Health
General practitioner consultation10
Dentist consultation20
Antibiotic medications5
Cold medications (6 days)10
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)30
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)30
Nike sports shoes60
International primary school (monthly)200
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E
Emergency numbers
Police110
Ambulance185
Fire department180
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants