🇬🇦Gabon
Africa
Information
Capital
Libreville
Population
2,610,000
Currency
Central African CFA franc (XAF FCFA)
Languages
Français, Fang, Punu
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+241
Timezone
Africa/Libreville
Area
267,667 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
August 17 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.ga
About
Gabon is a Central African country covered by 85% tropical forests. Rich in oil and minerals, it hosts exceptional biodiversity with renowned national parks. The population is concentrated along the coast.
Safety
Risk level :Risque moyen à élevé selon les zones, criminalité urbaine et instabilité politique récente.
Risk areas
Libreville - Criminalité et troublesFrontières nord - Piraterie et trafics
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de marcher seul la nuit
- Ne pas afficher de valeurs
Terrorism(low)
- Vigilance accrue dans les lieux publics
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Éviter la conduite de nuit
Natural risks(Élevés: pluies torrentielles, inondations)
- Suivre les alertes météo
Health(Système limité, hôpitaux sous-équipés)
- Vaccins: fièvre jaune obligatoire, hépatites, typhoïde
- Eau en bouteille, anti-moustiques
Practical tips
- Inscription au consulat
- Assurance rapatriement
- Suivi des médias locaux
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city centerN/A
1-bedroom apartment in city center0.79jour (516 667 CFA/mois) XAF
1-bedroom apartment in suburb0.46jour (300 000 CFA/mois) XAF
3-bedroom apartment in city center1.93jour (1 266 667 CFA/mois) XAF
3-bedroom apartment in suburb0.74jour (483 333 CFA/mois) XAF
Food
Inexpensive restaurant mealN/A
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurantN/A
McDonald's menuN/A
Local beer (0.5L)N/A
CappuccinoN/A
Water (1.5L)N/A
Bread (500g)N/A
Milk (1L)N/A
Eggs (12)N/A
Chicken (1kg)N/A
Apples (1kg)N/A
Bananas (1kg)N/A
Transport
Public transport ticketN/A
Monthly transport subscriptionN/A
Taxi ride (start)N/A
Taxi (1km)N/A
Gasoline (1L)N/A
Leisure
Fitness subscription (monthly)N/A
Tennis court (1h weekend)N/A
CinemaN/A
TheaterN/A
Health
General practitioner consultationN/A
Dentist consultationN/A
Antibiotic medicationsN/A
Cold medications (6 days)N/A
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)N/A
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)N/A
Public services for 85m² apartment0.15jour (101.63 €/mois)
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)N/A
Nike sports shoesN/A
International primary school (monthly)N/A
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E
Emergency numbers
Police17
Ambulance15
Fire department18
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not mandatory, 5-10% appreciated