🇱🇷Liberia
Africa
Information
Capital
Monrovia
Population
5,849,595
Currency
Liberian dollar (LRD Lr$)
Languages
English
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+231
Timezone
Africa/Monrovia
Area
111,369 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
July 26 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.lr
About
Liberia is a West African country bordered by Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Côte d'Ivoire, with a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean. Founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century, it is Africa's oldest republic. Despite natural resources, it faces economic and development challenges.
Safety
Risk level :Risque élevé en raison de criminalité, instabilité politique et risques sanitaires.
Risk areas
Monrovia - Criminalité élevéeFrontières - Tensions régionalesZones rurales - Insécurité et routes dangereuses
Crime(high)
- Éviter de marcher seul la nuit
- Ne pas afficher de valeurs
Terrorism(low)
- Rester vigilant près des foules
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Éviter les transports publics surchargés
Natural risks(Risques modérés de inondations et maladies tropicales)
- Suivre les alertes météo
Health(Système de santé limité, risques d'Ebola et paludisme)
- Vaccins obligatoires: fièvre jaune
- Prendre antipaludéens
Practical tips
- S'inscrire au consulat
- Avoir une assurance rapatriement
- Éviter les manifestations
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center250
1-bedroom apartment in city center350
1-bedroom apartment in suburb200
3-bedroom apartment in city center800
3-bedroom apartment in suburb500
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal5
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant30
McDonald's menu8
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino3
Water (1.5L)1
Bread (500g)1.5
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)3
Chicken (1kg)5
Apples (1kg)4
Bananas (1kg)2
Transport
Public transport ticket0.5
Monthly transport subscription15
Taxi ride (start)3
Taxi (1km)1
Gasoline (1L)1.2
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)40
Tennis court (1h weekend)15
Cinema8
Theatre10
Health
General practitioner consultation20
Dentist consultation30
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)5
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)80
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)15
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)50
Nike sports shoes80
International primary school (monthly)500
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType A, Type B, Type C
Emergency numbers
Police911
Ambulance911
Fire department911
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants