What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Niger, in their own words, plus practical help with packing.
Travel advice levels
Each government rates the risks for its own citizens, on its own scale. The levels are shown exactly as published; they are not equivalent to each other and are not combined here.
UK
United KingdomForeign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Advises against all travel to the whole country
No numbered levels
Updated 29 August 2026
Latest change, in the source's words:Information on reports of gunfire early morning on 29 August near Presidential Palace and Diori Hamani International airport (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)
The official source shows no update to this advice in over 12 months. Check the official page for the current version.
Trip Rulebook could not refresh this source since 30 September 2026. The official website may have newer advice.
Emergency numbers
From the section “Emergency services in Niger” of the UK government's travel advice for Niger, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Telephone:
Ambulance: 15
Fire: 18
Police: 17
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Niger, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Niger is a Muslim country. Respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions at all times. Be aware of your actions and dress in case they offend, especially during the month of Ramadan or if you visit religious areas.
If you commit a crime you will be subject to local law. Local prison conditions are harsh.
Personal ID
You should carry identification at all times. This would normally be your passport or residence permit. If you drive outside the main towns, authorities are very likely to ask you to produce identification.
Ramadan
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public in the daytime
play loud music or dance
swear in public
Get more advice when you arrive from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts.
Using cameras in secure areas
Do not photograph military or government installations.
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex relationships are illegal in Niger. Penalties include prison sentences of 5 to 10 years and fines. This applies to individuals who are found guilty of what is described as ‘LGBTQIA+ acts’. The laws also extend to people who officiate, witness, organise or consent to same-sex marriages. Same-sex relationships are not widely accepted in Nigerien society.
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Niger, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Practical suggestions from Trip Rulebook, based on open data and fixed rules. They are not safety or legal advice: rules on clothing, medicines and restricted items are covered only by the official text on this page.
Chargers and plugs
Plug typesABCDEF
Voltage220/380 V
Frequency50 Hz
Plug and voltage data: Wikipedia, “Mains electricity by country”, CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence), retrieved 2026-09-29. Sockets in hotels can differ; the label on your charger (for example “INPUT 100–240V”) tells you which voltages it accepts.
Clothes for the weather
Rainfall Average temperature
January
Average
19 °C (67 °F)
Lows
12 °C (53 °F)
Highs
27 °C (81 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
February
Average
22 °C (72 °F)
Lows
14 °C (58 °F)
Highs
30 °C (87 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
March
Average
27 °C (80 °F)
Lows
19 °C (66 °F)
Highs
35 °C (95 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
April
Average
31 °C (89 °F)
Lows
23 °C (74 °F)
Highs
40 °C (103 °F)
Rain
2 mm (0.1 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
May
Average
34 °C (92 °F)
Lows
26 °C (79 °F)
Highs
41 °C (106 °F)
Rain
7 mm (0.3 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
June
Average
34 °C (93 °F)
Lows
27 °C (80 °F)
Highs
41 °C (105 °F)
Rain
19 mm (0.8 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
July
Average
32 °C (90 °F)
Lows
26 °C (79 °F)
Highs
39 °C (101 °F)
Rain
50 mm (2.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
August
Average
31 °C (88 °F)
Lows
25 °C (77 °F)
Highs
37 °C (99 °F)
Rain
74 mm (2.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
September
Average
31 °C (88 °F)
Lows
24 °C (76 °F)
Highs
38 °C (101 °F)
Rain
27 mm (1.1 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
October
Average
29 °C (85 °F)
Lows
22 °C (71 °F)
Highs
37 °C (99 °F)
Rain
4 mm (0.2 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
November
Average
25 °C (76 °F)
Lows
17 °C (62 °F)
Highs
33 °C (91 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
December
Average
20 °C (69 °F)
Lows
13 °C (55 °F)
Highs
28 °C (83 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
National averages for 1991-2020. Coasts, mountains and regions can be very different, and any given year can be warmer, colder or wetter. Suggestions come from fixed rules based on these averages. Climate data: World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, observed climate data (CRU TS), CRU TS (cru_ts4.09), Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia, CC BY 4.0 (licence).
What is acceptable to wear is a matter of local law and custom: read Local laws and customs.
Packing checklist
A general list for any trip. Ticks are not saved.
Entry requirements and visas
Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change often, so Trip Rulebook does not summarise them. Each government explains the rules for its own citizens. If you travel on another passport, check with the embassy or the official immigration website of Niger.
This page is guidance, not legal advice. Laws and advice change without notice and are written for each government's own citizens, so they may apply to you differently. Confirm everything with the official source before you travel. Terms of use.