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Mali Travel Guide

12 destinations · 2 comparisons · 4 popular picks

Quick Facts

Capital
Bamako
Currency
XOF (CFA)
Language
French / Bambara

Travel Advisory

Level 4 β€” Do Not Travel
Crime Terrorism Kidnapping Armed Conflict Health

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US State Department Advisory

Level 4: Do Not Travel

This Travel Advisory reflects updates in U.S. Embassy Bamako’s posture as of January 9, 2026.  On October 30, 2025, the Department of State ordered non-emergency employees and family members to leave Mali due to safety risks.  As of January 9, 2026, the Department of State has normalized operations at U.S. Embassy Bamako noting the following conditions. Do Not Travel to Mali for any reason due to crime, terrorism, kidnapping , unrest and health. Advisory summary As of January 9, ...

Read full advisory on travel.state.gov β†’
Updated: Fri, 09 Jan 2026

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