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Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)

🇨🇮Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)

Africa· Updated 06/03/2026

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

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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 :Medium to high risk level in certain northern and western areas due to crime and instability.

Risk areas

North and northern border - Terrorism and crimeWest - Community conflicts

Crime(medium)

  • Avoid carrying valuables
  • Stay vigilant in urban areas

Terrorism(medium)

  • Follow local authorities' advice
  • Avoid gatherings

Transport

  • Use official taxis
  • Wear a helmet on motorcycle

Natural risks(Flooding and deforestation)

  • Monitor weather alerts
  • Avoid flood-prone areas

Health(Limited healthcare system outside Abidjan)

  • Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever
  • Bottled water and malaria prophylaxis

Practical tips

  • Register with the consulate
  • Repatriation insurance
  • Keep duplicate documents

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

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