Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Niamey, Niger (20 August, 2018) Location: Country-wide, Niger Event: The U.S. Embassy in Niger will be closed on Wednesday, August 22 and Thursday, August 23 in observance of the Tabaski holiday (Eid al-Adha). The U.S. Embassy will reopen on Friday, August 24. Please exercise caution and be aware …
Read More»Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Niamey, Niger (13 June 2018) Location: Niger Event: During Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr security measures in Niger remain heightened due to ongoing and persistent threats posed by extremist groups. U.S. citizens should expect additional police and military checkpoints and increased security throughout the country. Actions to Take: Review …
Read More»U.S. Embassy, Niamey Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration, Sunday October 29, 2017 U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that a large demonstration, organized by the Civil Society Association, is ongoing and advises against driving through downtown Niamey today, to include areas near the Grand Marche and Petite Marche. It has been reported that …
Read More»October 30, 2017 The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Niger due to terrorist activity, kidnappings, and high crime. The Department recommends U.S. citizens avoid travel to Niger’s border regions, particularly the Malian border area, the Libyan border area, the Diffa region, and Lake Chad Basin area because …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Security Awareness October 12, 2017 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens of the ongoing risks of travel in Niger related to terrorist activity, kidnappings, and violent crime, especially in the Tillaberi and Diffa regions. Review your personal security plans, remain aware of your surroundings, including …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens that terrorist groups may be targeting Westerners in Niger’s Diffa region for kidnapping. Review your personal security plans, remain aware of your surroundings, including local events, and monitor local news stations for updates. Be vigilant and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security. For further information: See the State Department’s travel website …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens of a student sit-in that is planned to occur on July 31, 2017 between the National Hospital and the National Education Ministry on Boulevard De La Republique. The sit-in is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM and it is estimated that 500 to 600 students will be present. Past …
Read More»July 25, 2017 This notice is to inform of a planned student sit-in on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 and a teacher sit-in and march on Saturday, July 29, 2017. The student sit-in is expected to take place outside the Ministry of Education building in Niamey. There have been calls by some teachers to march from …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens that terrorist groups may be targeting western humanitarian workers in Niger’s Diffa region for kidnapping. Review your personal security plans, remain aware of your surroundings, including local events, and monitor local news stations for updates. Be vigilant and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security. For further information: …
Read More»United States Embassy Niamey U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens of a continued teachers’ strike that will be extended from March 13 – 17, 2017, if a resolution is not reached over the weekend. In past instances in which education contractors and teachers have gone on strike, students have become agitated and started spontaneous demonstrations in …
Read More»March 10, 2017 U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens of a teachers’ strike that will continue from March 13-17 if a resolution is not reached over the weekend. Student unrest and spontaneous demonstrations, some involving burned tires and rocks hurled at bystanders, have been associated with these strikes. Previous student demonstrations have affected the following …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger February 9, 2017 U.S Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens the restriction for U.S. Embassy personnel prohibiting travel to Park W are no longer in effect. The Embassy continues to require that all U.S. Embassy personnel stay in hotels with an armed Nigerien security presence. U.S. citizens are encouraged to review your personal …
Read More»Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens October 15, 2016 A U.S. citizen resident in Tahoua region, Niger, was kidnapped by an unknown group of assailants on October 14, 2016. The U. S. Embassy Niamey reminds U.S. citizens that the threat of kidnapping and hostage taking continues to be very high. There are no further details regarding the …
Read More»United States Embassy Niamey, Niger The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that on September 21, the Government of Niger confirmed an outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF). At this time, the outbreak is thought to be confined to the Tahoua region. The outbreak was detected through both human and animal cases over the past three …
Read More»United States Embassy Niamey U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected throughout the week of August 29 to September 3 in the area of the Grand Marché and along the adjacent portions of Avenue de la Liberté. Large crowds are expected in the area in protest of recent municipal actions to clear temporary …
Read More»United States Embassy Niamey Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration August 29, 2016 U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected throughout the day on August 29 in the area of the Grand Marché and along the adjacent portions of Avenue de la Liberté. There are large crowds in the area. …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Increase Vigilance During Election Season February 18, 2016 The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid political rallies, campaign events, polling stations, demonstrations, protests and other large gatherings in advance and after the elections; maintain situational awareness and exercise good judgment; stay alert and aware of …
Read More»February 18, 2016 United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs Washington, DC 20520 For travel information, call 888-407-4747. Internet Address: http://travel.state.gov The U.S. Department of State alerts U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Niger to the upcoming presidential and legislative elections scheduled for February 21 through March 20. U.S. citizens are reminded of …
Read More»Consular Section closed February 18-23.
Read More»Town Hall meeting for all Americans on Friday, January 29 at 10:00 a.m. This message is to inform U.S. Citizens that there will be a Town Hall meeting open to all Americans on Friday, January 29 at 10:00 a.m. at the American Cultural Center located at Rue de la Tapoa in Niamey. This will be an opportunity …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger Routine Message for U.S. Citizens: Update your Contact Information with the Embassy January 11, 2015 The U.S. Embassy in Niger is in the process of updating contact information of U.S. Citizens visiting or living in Niger in order to improve our communication with U.S. Citizens during emergencies. We are requesting that …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected to take place from La Place Toumo to La Place de La Concertation on January 10 from approximately 10:00am to noon. The opposition coalition FPR will be demonstrating with the stated purpose of protesting against arbitrary arrests, the recently foiled attempted coup plot, and the …
Read More»United States Embassy Niamey Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration January 9 U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected to take place from La Place Toumo to La Place de La Concertation on January 9 from approximately 8:00am to noon. The opposition coalition FPR will be demonstrating with the stated purpose of …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger Security Message for U.S. Citizens Transportation Strike on January 7 January 6, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Niger informs U.S. citizens of a planned transportation strike scheduled to take place Thursday, January 7, 2016. Transportation Corporation personnel will conduct a one-day strike, with the stated purpose of leveraging lower gas prices …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger Security Message for U.S. Citizens Holiday Security Awareness December 22, 2015 The U.S. Embassy in Niger reminds U.S. citizens to increase personal security awareness during the holiday season, which includes the local holiday of Mouloud as well as Christmas and New Year. The holiday season is upon us and with …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy in Niamey informs U.S. citizens in Niger that until further notice, U.S. Embassy personnel are prohibited from travelling to or staying at Parc W, the regional national park located on Niger’s border with Burkina Faso and Benin. U.S. citizens are encouraged to follow the same guidance. U.S. citizens are encouraged to review …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens in Niger that until further notice, U.S. Embassy personnel are prohibited from frequenting Les Roniers, located in the Goudel neighborhood of Niamey, to include the hotel, restaurant, and grounds. U.S. citizens are encouraged to follow the same guidance. The Embassy continues to require that all U.S. Embassy personnel stay …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens of the potential for civil disturbance on Saturday, November 14, 2015 that could occur with the expected return of former Nigerien National Assembly President Hama Amadou from self-imposed exile. Large numbers of Nigerien security force personnel are expected to be mobilized throughout the country including in Niamey where there …
Read More»Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected to take place today in Niamey on Tillaberi Road near Yantala Cemetary from now until afternoon. The group of student protesters will be demonstrating with the stated purpose of protesting against lack of teacher pay reforms. Please remember, even …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected to take place today in Niamey at the Arena de Lutte National from 3:30 pm to early evening. The Front Patriotique et Republican will be demonstrating with the stated purpose of protesting against the Ministry of the Interior’s refusal to recognize their legitimacy. Please remember, …
Read More»In light of recent terrorist attacks in multiple countries, the U.S. Embassy in Niamey reminds U.S. citizens that extremist groups in the Sahel may seek to target foreigners. U.S. citizens should be alert to the possibility of kidnapping and take steps to mitigate their possibility of becoming a victim. The Embassy reiterates its standing guidance …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy advises all U.S. citizens to remain vigilant and maintain awareness of your surroundings during the month of Ramadan, observed in Niger from mid-June to mid-July. Security measures in Niger remain heightened due to threats posed by extremist groups. U.S. citizens are encouraged to review the Travel Warning for Niger , and to remain alert for potentially …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations are expected to take place in Niamey, beginning at Round Point Sixieme and ending at the Place de la Concertation, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am on June 2, 2015. Civil society, political and special interest groups will be demonstrating with the stated purpose of protesting against …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Niamey, Niger Security Message for U.S. Citizens Meningitis Outbreak April 23, 2015 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that schools in Niamey are closed because of an on-going meningococcal meningitis outbreak in Niger, concentrated in the areas of Niamey and Dosso. Since January, Niger has reported more than 1034 cases and at least …
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