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🇲🇱Mali
Africa· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Bamako
Population
23,500,000
Currency
West African CFA franc (XOF CFA)
Languages
Français, Bambara
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+223
Timezone
Africa/Bamako
Area
1,280,000 km²
Government
Semi-presidential republic
National day
September 22 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.ml
About
Mali is a West African country renowned for its vast Sahara Desert and historic sites like Timbuktu. It faces security and economic challenges but is advancing in digital transformation. The capital is Bamako.
Safety
Risk level :High due to ongoing insecurity, terrorism, and crime in several regions
Risk areas
North and central (Mopti, Gao, Timbuktu) - Terrorism and armed groupsKidal Region - Armed conflictsBorders with Algeria, Niger, Burkina Faso - Terrorism and trafficking
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night in Bamako
Terrorism(High)
- Follow official travel advisories
- Avoid risky areas
Transport
- Use 4x4 vehicles
- Travel in convoy
Natural risks(Low: seasonal floods and droughts)
- Monitor weather alerts
Health(Limited infrastructure, hospitals scarce outside Bamako)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever
- Bottled water, malaria prophylaxis
Practical tips
- Register with the travel registry
- Repatriation insurance
- Communication with embassy
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city centerNon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in the city centerNon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in the suburbNon disponible
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal6.70
Meal for 2 at a mid-range restaurant37.44
McDonald's menuNon disponible
Local beer (0.5L)Non disponible
CappuccinoNon disponible
Water (1.5L)Non disponible
Bread (500g)Non disponible
Milk (1L)Non disponible
Eggs (12)Non disponible
Chicken (1kg)Non disponible
Apples (1kg)Non disponible
Bananas (1kg)Non disponible
Transport
Public transport ticketNon disponible
Monthly transport subscriptionNon disponible
Taxi ride (start)Non disponible
Taxi (1km)Non disponible
Gasoline (1L)Non disponible
Leisure
Fitness subscription (monthly)Non disponible
Tennis court (1h weekend)Non disponible
CinemaNon disponible
TheaterNon disponible
Health
General practitioner consultationNon disponible
Dentist consultationNon disponible
Antibiotic medicationsNon disponible
Cold medications (6 days)Non disponible
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)Non disponible
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)Non disponible
Public services for 85m² apartmentNon disponible
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)Non disponible
Nike sports shoesNon disponible
International primary school (monthly)Non disponible
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
5-10% in restaurants, not mandatory