U.S. State Department Raises Niger Travel Advisory to Level 4

The U.S. Department of State raised its travel advisory for Niger from Level 3 to Level 4, advising against travel for any reason due to crime, unrest, terrorism, health and kidnapping. On October 30, 2025, the Department authorized the departure of all family members of U.S. government employees in Niger due to safety risks. The U.S. government cannot offer routine or emergency services to U.S. citizens outside Niamey due to safety risks. A state of emergency and movement restrictions are in place in many regions, and Nigerien authorities require military escorts for any foreigners, including U.S. government personnel, travelling outside Niamey. Terrorists continue to plot attacks and use…