What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Togo, 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 parts of the country
Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
No numbered levels
Updated 15 December 2025
Latest change, in the source's words:FCDO now advises against all travel to within 30km of the border with Burkina Faso except for the city of Dapaong and the N1 highway leading to it from the south and FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to the rest of the Savanes Region (‘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 Togo” of the UK government's travel advice for Togo, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Ambulance: 8200
Fire: 118
Police: 117 or 177
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Togo, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Personal ID
Carry a copy of the photo page of your passport with you at all times. Make sure you’re able to access the original quickly if needed.
Illegal drugs and prison sentences
Possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs is a serious offence and can result in fines and a prison sentence.
Using cameras in secure areas
It’s illegal to take photographs of or near sensitive or official sites such as:
military installations
government buildings
airport buildings
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex sexual relationships are illegal in Togo and penalties are severe. You could be fined or given a prison sentence.
Togo is a cash-based society so bring enough cash with you to cover your visit. Credit cards are not widely accepted. Some hotels and restaurants will accept credit cards, but card-paying machines are not reliable so you may be asked to pay in cash.
Some ATMs in the capital, Lomé, accept international cards and dispense local currency.
Travelling with medicines
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Togo, 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.
You’ll need to go to a pharmacy to buy most over-the-counter medicines. They are not sold in supermarkets in Togo. Where possible, buy known brands. Pharmacies are widely available and are usually identified by a green cross. They will usually accept prescriptions from the UK.
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 typesCE
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
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
20 °C (69 °F)
Highs
34 °C (94 °F)
Rain
6 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.
February
Average
29 °C (85 °F)
Lows
22 °C (72 °F)
Highs
36 °C (97 °F)
Rain
20 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.
March
Average
30 °C (86 °F)
Lows
24 °C (75 °F)
Highs
36 °C (97 °F)
Rain
55 mm (2.2 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.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
April
Average
29 °C (85 °F)
Lows
24 °C (75 °F)
Highs
35 °C (95 °F)
Rain
98 mm (3.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
May
Average
28 °C (83 °F)
Lows
23 °C (74 °F)
Highs
33 °C (92 °F)
Rain
136 mm (5.3 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
June
Average
27 °C (80 °F)
Lows
22 °C (72 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
162 mm (6.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
July
Average
26 °C (78 °F)
Lows
22 °C (71 °F)
Highs
29 °C (85 °F)
Rain
176 mm (6.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
August
Average
25 °C (77 °F)
Lows
21 °C (71 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
187 mm (7.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
September
Average
26 °C (78 °F)
Lows
22 °C (71 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
214 mm (8.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
October
Average
27 °C (80 °F)
Lows
22 °C (71 °F)
Highs
32 °C (89 °F)
Rain
135 mm (5.3 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Frequent rain on average: a rain jacket or umbrella.
November
Average
28 °C (82 °F)
Lows
21 °C (70 °F)
Highs
34 °C (94 °F)
Rain
24 mm (0.9 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.
Usually dry.
December
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
20 °C (68 °F)
Highs
34 °C (93 °F)
Rain
8 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.
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 Togo.
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.