Government Advisory
20
LowLevel 1: Exercise normal precautions
Senegal
AfricaHigher risk than 50% of countries. Main concerns: petty crime and tourist scams.
Traveler Practical Risk
42
ElevatedConfidence: high. Main drivers: petty crime, tourist scams, civil unrest.
Risk Profile
Score breakdown across 7 risk dimensions
🔓Petty Crime
Africa avg: 5768
🎭Scams
Africa avg: 6658
📢Civil Unrest
Africa avg: 7253
🚌Transport
Africa avg: 6649
🌊Natural Disaster
Africa avg: 2424
🏥Health
Africa avg: 4318
⚠️Violent Incident
Africa avg: 5012
Practical advice
- ✓Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
Data Sources & Updates · Last updated 12/1/2025
Indicators: World Bank Governance & Stability Indicators (2024)
Recent update: Updated 2025-12-01 from refreshed advisory and traveler risk indicators.
Frequently Asked Questions — Senegal
- Is Senegal safe to travel to?
- Senegal has a practical risk score of 42/100 (Elevated). The government advisory level is "Low". Main risk drivers are petty crime and tourist scams.
- What are the main travel risks in Senegal?
- The primary risk factors for travelers in Senegal are: petty crime, tourist scams, civil unrest. Petty crime is rated 68/100 and violent incidents 12/100.
- What is the current travel advisory for Senegal?
- The U.S. Department of State advisory for Senegal is "Low" (score: 20/100). Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- What safety tips should I know before visiting Senegal?
- Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
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