• Dhaka
• Sylhet
• Chittagong
• Khulna
• Rajshahi

• Brussels
• Antwerp
• Ghent
• Charleroi

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Burkina Faso is experiencing a severe security and humanitarian crisis with widespread terrorist activity and armed conflict. Large parts of the country are not under government control. ALL travel to Burkina Faso is strongly advised against by most foreign governments due to the very high risk of terrorism and kidnapping. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous. This list identifies historically significant population centers and is for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO BURKINA FASO.

• Sarajevo
• Banja Luka
• Tuzla
• Zenica

• Bandar Seri Begawan
• Kuala Belait
• Seria
• Tutong

• Tokyo
• Yokohama
• Osaka
• Nagoya

• Bujumbura
• Gitega
• Muyinga
• Ngozi

IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTE

As of June 2025, while much of southern Benin is relatively stable, most foreign governments advise against ALL travel to the far northern border areas due to the risk of terrorism and kidnapping spilling over from the Sahel region. Car travel in the south is generally feasible, but exercise a high degree of caution throughout the country.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Benin.

• Gaborone
• Francistown
• Molepolole
• Selebi-Phikwe

• Kigali
• Butare
• Gitarama
• Ruhengeri

• Belgrade
• Novi Sad
• Niš
• Kragujevac

• Luxembourg City
• Esch-sur-Alzette
• Differdange
• Dudelange

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 24, 2025, travel in Liberia presents significant challenges. The road infrastructure is very poor, with few paved roads outside of Monrovia. Travel during the rainy season (May-October) can be impossible in many areas. High levels of crime are a concern.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before considering any travel to Liberia.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 25, 2025, Guinea-Bissau has a history of political instability. The road infrastructure is extremely poor, with very few paved roads outside the capital, Bissau. Car travel is difficult and can be impossible during the rainy season. The Bijagós Islands, a primary tourist area, are accessed by boat.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before considering any travel to Guinea-Bissau.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 26, 2025, travel to Equatorial Guinea requires careful planning. The country is split between Bioko Island (home to the capital, Malabo) and the mainland (Río Muni). There is no road connection between them; travel is by air or sea. Road infrastructure within each part is often good, but travel permits may be required for some areas, and photography can be restricted.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before considering any travel.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 26, 2025, Gabon has experienced recent political instability. Exercise a high degree of caution. Road conditions can be challenging, especially in the rainy season. Crucially, Port-Gentil, the second-largest city, is not connected to the mainland by road; access is only by air or sea.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Gabon.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 25, 2025, Guinea can experience political instability, leading to civil unrest. Road conditions are generally poor, especially outside main routes and during the rainy season, making car travel challenging. Most foreign governments advise a high degree of caution and may advise against travel to border areas.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Guinea.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 26, 2025, while The Gambia is generally stable and welcoming to tourists, it's advisable to exercise caution due to petty crime. Road conditions vary outside the main tourist areas. Be aware of the border situation with the Casamance region of Senegal.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to The Gambia.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON TRAVEL

Car travel as a means of touring between different towns or regions does not exist in Greenland. Cars and vehicles are used *within* individual towns and their immediate surrounding areas only.
Greenland has NO road network connecting its settlements; travel between them is exclusively by air or sea.

IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTE

As of June 24, 2025, while most of southern Ghana is stable, many foreign governments advise against ALL travel to the far northern border areas due to the risk of terrorism and kidnapping spilling over from the Sahel region. Car travel in the south is generally feasible, but exercise a high degree of caution throughout the country.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Ghana.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON STATUS & TRAVEL

Somaliland functions as a de facto independent state but is not internationally recognized as a sovereign country. Travel advisories for Somaliland are different from those for Somalia, but most governments still urge a high degree of caution and may advise against travel to certain border areas. Internal travel for foreigners outside of major cities often requires an armed escort (SPU).
Always check the latest, specific travel advisories for Somaliland from your country's foreign office before planning any trip.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON STATUS & TRAVEL

Western Sahara is a disputed territory, with most of its area administered by the Kingdom of Morocco. Travel to this remote desert region requires careful planning, primarily along the main coastal highway.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before considering any travel.

• Pristina
• Prizren
• Gjilan
• Peja

• North Nicosia
• Famagusta
• Kyrenia
• Morphou

• Zagreb
• Split
• Rijeka
• Osijek

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Haiti is experiencing a severe security crisis with widespread gang violence, political instability, and infrastructure collapse. All major governments strongly advise against ALL travel to Haiti. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to risks of carjacking, kidnapping, and roadblocks. This list reflects historically or geographically significant locations and is provided for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO HAITI.

• Hebron
• Nablus
• Bethlehem
• Ramallah

• Port Moresby
• Lae
• Mount Hagen
• Madang

• Karachi
• Lahore
• Faisalabad
• Islamabad

• Quezon City
• Manila
• Davao City
• Cebu City

• Lusaka
• Kitwe
• Ndola
• Chipata

• Johannesburg
• Cape Town
• Durban
• Pretoria

• Tirana
• Durrës
• Vlorë
• Shkodër

• Luanda
• Huambo
• Lobito
• Benguela

• Almaty
• Astana
• Shymkent
• Aktobe

IMPORTANT SECURITY WARNING

As of June 2025, Ethiopia is experiencing significant political instability and violent conflict in several regions, including Tigray, Amhara, and parts of Oromia. Many foreign governments advise against ALL travel to these areas and recommend reconsidering any travel to the rest of the country. Road travel can be extremely dangerous due to conflict, civil unrest, and crime. This list identifies historically significant locations, some of which are in active or recent conflict zones. It is for informational reference ONLY and does NOT reflect current safety or feasibility of travel.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before considering any travel to Ethiopia.

• Harare
• Bulawayo
• Chitungwiza
• Mutare

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

Travel within Eritrea is highly restricted. All travel for foreigners outside of the capital, Asmara, requires a special government-issued travel permit that specifies your route, destination, and dates. These permits can be difficult to obtain, making independent car travel not typically possible.
Always check the latest official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before considering any travel to Eritrea.

• Podgorica
• Nikšić
• Herceg Novi
• Bar
• Budva

• Antananarivo
• Toamasina
• Antsirabe
• Mahajanga

• Tashkent
• Namangan
• Samarkand
• Andijan

• Yangon
• Mandalay
• Naypyidaw
• Taunggyi
• Mawlamyine

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Mali is experiencing a severe security crisis involving terrorism, armed conflict, and a very high risk of kidnapping. ALL travel to Mali, particularly to the central and northern regions, is strongly advised against by virtually all foreign governments. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to the risk of attacks, ambushes, and checkpoints by armed groups. This list identifies historically and geographically significant locations and is provided for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO MALI.

• Ulaanbaatar
• Erdenet
• Darkhan
• Choibalsan

• Lilongwe
• Blantyre
• Zomba
• Kasungu

IMPORTANT TRAVEL ADVISORY

Travel to and within Mauritania, particularly in remote desert and border areas, carries significant security risks and logistical challenges. Car travel outside the main paved highways often requires a 4x4 vehicle, careful preparation, and a local guide.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel.

• Kampala
• Nansana
• Kira
• Mbarara

• Kuala Lumpur
• George Town
• Ipoh
• Johor Bahru

• Port Vila
• Luganville
• Norsup
• Port-Olry

• Suva
• Nasinu
• Lautoka
• Nadi

• Amsterdam
• Rotterdam
• The Hague
• Utrecht

• Windhoek
• Rundu
• Walvis Bay
• Swakopmund

• Nouméa
• Le Mont-Dore
• Dumbéa
• Païta

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Niger is experiencing a severe security crisis and political instability, with a very high risk of terrorism and kidnapping throughout the country, especially in border regions and areas outside the capital. ALL travel to Niger is strongly advised against by most foreign governments. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous. This list identifies historically and geographically significant locations and is provided for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO NIGER.

IMPORTANT SECURITY WARNING

As of June 2025, Nigeria faces significant and complex security challenges that vary by region, including a high risk of terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping for ransom. Most foreign governments advise against ALL travel to many northern and border states and urge extreme caution for the rest of the country. Intercity road travel can be particularly dangerous. This list identifies major population centers and is for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect a guarantee of safety.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to or within Nigeria.

• Auckland
• Wellington
• Christchurch
• Hamilton

• Kathmandu
• Pokhara
• Bharatpur
• Lalitpur

IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTE

As of June 24, 2025, while much of Ivory Coast is stable, most foreign governments advise against ALL travel to the northern border areas with Mali and Burkina Faso due to the risk of terrorism and kidnapping. Car travel in the south and central regions is generally feasible, but exercise a high degree of caution throughout the country.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Ivory Coast.

• Hong Kong
• Shanghai
• Beijing
• Guangzhou
• Shenzhen

IMPORTANT SECURITY WARNING

As of June 2025, Cameroon is experiencing significant conflict and instability. Most foreign governments advise against ALL travel to the Northwest and Southwest (Anglophone) regions due to armed conflict and kidnapping risks. Travel to the Far North region is also advised against due to terrorism risks. Car travel in these areas is exceptionally dangerous. Exercise a high degree of caution in all other parts of the country.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Cameroon.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 26, 2025, road travel in the Republic of the Congo is primarily feasible along the paved RN1 highway connecting Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire. Travel to most northern and rural areas is extremely difficult due to poor or non-existent road infrastructure. Exercise a high degree of caution due to crime and potential political tensions.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to the Republic of the Congo.

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, the Central African Republic is experiencing a severe security crisis and civil unrest, with large parts of the country outside the capital controlled by armed groups. ALL travel to the Central African Republic is strongly advised against by most foreign governments due to the risk of kidnapping, violent crime, and armed conflict. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to poor to non-existent infrastructure, ambushes, and illegal checkpoints. This list identifies major population centers and is for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO THE CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of July 3, 2025, the security situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is highly volatile across the country due to ongoing armed conflict, crime, civil unrest, kidnapping, and terrorism. Many foreign governments strongly advise against all travel to the DRC, or all but essential travel to specific areas. Road conditions are generally very poor outside of major cities and can become impassable during the rainy season (October to May). Vehicle theft and carjacking are common. Public transportation is unregulated, unreliable, and generally unsafe. Roadblocks operated by security forces are frequent.

Due to these significant risks, extensive planning is required, and travel with professional security advice and a convoy of at least two vehicles with experienced drivers is strongly recommended for any inter-city road travel. Many areas, particularly in Eastern DRC (including parts of North Kivu, South Kivu, Ituri, and Haut-Uélé provinces), are subject to extreme danger and should be avoided entirely. Air travel may be suspended, and international borders can close with little warning. Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office and reputable security sources before planning any travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

• Nicosia
• Limassol
• Larnaca
• Paphos

• Manzini
• Mbabane
• Big Bend
• Nhlangano

• Damascus
• Aleppo
• Homs
• Latakia

• Bishkek
• Osh
• Jalal-Abad
• Karakol

• Nairobi
• Mombasa
• Kisumu
• Nakuru

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, South Sudan is experiencing a severe humanitarian crisis, political instability, and widespread violent conflict. ALL travel to South Sudan is strongly advised against by virtually all foreign governments due to the risk of armed conflict, crime, and kidnapping. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to a near-total lack of paved roads, ambushes, illegal checkpoints, and general lawlessness. Infrastructure is minimal. This list identifies major population centers and is for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO SOUTH SUDAN.

• Phnom Penh
• Siem Reap
• Battambang
• Sihanoukville

• Seoul
• Busan
• Incheon
• Daegu

• Ljubljana
• Maribor
• Kranj
• Celje

• Pyongyang
• Hamhung
• Chongjin
• Nampo

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Somalia is an active and complex conflict zone. ALL TRAVEL to Somalia is strongly advised against by virtually all foreign governments due to the very high threat of terrorism, kidnapping, and violent crime. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to IEDs, illegal checkpoints, and direct attacks. This list is for informational reference of major population centers ONLY and does NOT reflect any possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO SOMALIA.

IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTE

As of June 25, 2025, while most of Senegal is stable, many foreign governments advise exercising caution and may advise against travel to the Casamance region (south of The Gambia) and far northern border areas with Mali and Mauritania due to potential security risks.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Senegal.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

As of June 25, 2025, road conditions in Sierra Leone can be challenging, especially outside of main intercity routes and during the rainy season. While the country is stable, it's advisable to exercise a high degree of caution due to crime and local conditions.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Sierra Leone.

• Honiara
• Malango
• Auki
• Gizo

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Sudan is in a state of active civil war, experiencing a catastrophic humanitarian crisis and widespread violence. The capital, Khartoum, and the Darfur region are epicenters of the conflict. ALL travel to Sudan is strongly advised against by virtually all foreign governments. Car travel is impossible and exceptionally dangerous due to active combat, airstrikes, widespread crime, and a total collapse of safety and infrastructure. This list identifies historically and geographically significant locations and is provided for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMT TO TRAVEL TO SUDAN.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE

Djibouti is a country of extreme heat and arid landscapes. Car travel on main routes is feasible, but journeys into remote areas often require a 4x4 vehicle and careful preparation with ample water and fuel.
Always check current travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning a trip, especially for border regions.

• Copenhagen
• Aarhus
• Odense
• Aalborg

• Beirut
• Tripoli
• Sidon
• Tyre

• Vientiane
• Savannakhet
• Pakse
• Luang Prabang

• Taipei
• Kaohsiung
• Taichung
• Tainan

• Colombo
• Kandy
• Galle
• Jaffna

• Dili
• Baucau
• Maliana
• Suai

• Ashgabat
• Türkmenabat
• Daşoguz
• Mary

• Dushanbe
• Khujand
• Kulob
• Bokhtar

• Maseru
• Teyateyaneng
• Mafeteng
• Hlotse

• Bangkok
• Nonthaburi
• Nakhon Ratchasima
• Chiang Mai

• Port-aux-Français

IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTE

As of June 24, 2025, while much of southern Togo is relatively stable, most foreign governments advise against ALL travel to the far northern border areas (especially the Savanes Region) due to the risk of terrorism and kidnapping spilling over from the Sahel region. Car travel in the south is generally feasible, but exercise a high degree of caution throughout the country.
Always consult current, official travel advisories from your country's foreign office before planning any travel to Togo.

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Chad is experiencing significant instability, with a very high risk of terrorism, civil unrest, and violent crime. ALL travel to large parts of Chad, including border regions and the northern provinces, is strongly advised against by most foreign governments. Travel to N'Djamena and southern cities is also subject to high-risk advisories. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to poor infrastructure, banditry, and security threats. This list identifies historically and geographically significant locations and is provided for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO CHAD.

EXTREMELY CRITICAL WARNING

As of June 2025, Libya remains highly unstable with ongoing conflict, political division, and a severe security vacuum in many parts of the country. ALL travel to Libya is strongly advised against by most foreign governments. Car travel is exceptionally dangerous due to risks of kidnapping, carjacking, militia activity, landmines, and general lawlessness. Infrastructure is damaged, and essential services are unreliable. This list identifies historically and geographically significant locations and is provided for informational reference ONLY. It does NOT reflect any current possibility of safe or feasible travel.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO LIBYA.