Togo
Summary
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to within 5km of the border with Burkina Faso.
COVID-19 entry restrictions for Togo
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Togo’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
Travelling from and returning to the UK
Check what you must do to travel abroad and return to England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
ItIf you’re planning travel to Togo, find out what you need to know about coronavirus there in the Coronavirus section.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
For information about COVID-19 vaccines, see the Coronavirus page.
There have been sporadic marches and protests in Lomé and around the country since August 2017, over demands to restore the 1992 constitution. You should remain vigilant, avoid crowds and demonstrations, monitor local media and follow advice of local authorities. See Political situation
Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Togo. Attacks could be indiscriminate. You should be vigilant, especially in places visited by foreigners. See Terrorism.
Consular support is limited in Togo. The Honorary Consul in Togo can offer limited consular assistance. British nationals should contact the British High Commission in Accra, Ghana who can provide consular support. See Consular Assistance.
Update history
2025-12-10 12:48
New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2025-06-30 16:22
Updated information on political situation (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-10-21 10:59
New information about terrorist kidnap (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-07-31 13:56
Updated information on checking with your airline if a transit visa is required when on a layover in Togo’s airports (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-04-30 10:04
Updated information on land borders (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2024-04-28 22:27
Updated information on land borders being closed during election day – 29 April
2024-04-26 16:12
Information on avoiding political gatherings or demonstrations during Togo’s regional and legislative elections (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-03-15 13:48
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-10-13 15:45
Update on travel documents required when entering and exiting Togo (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2023-07-20 10:38
Removal of COVID 19 travel restrictions (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).
2023-06-22 10:16
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages
2023-04-15 09:55
Updated information on threat of terrorist attacks (‘Terrorism’ page)
2023-03-10 16:20
Updated information on the introduction of e-visas (‘Entry requirements’ page) and a factual update about demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page).
2022-05-19 13:32
Updated information on the reopening of land borders for fully vaccinated travellers (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-04-05 16:47
Updated information on COVID entry requirements for fully vaccinated and unvaccinated passengers (‘Entry Requirements’ page)