Gambia Crime Rate & Safety
Homicide statistics, crime trends, and travel safety for Gambia
US State Department Travel Advisory
Exercise Increased Caution
Updated January 16, 2026
Detailed homicide statistics are not currently available for Gambia. For travelers, the US State Department currently rates Gambia at Level 2 of 4: Exercise Increased Caution.
Homicide Rate
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Safety Rank
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Travel Advisory
Level 2 of 4
Data Year
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Safety for Travelers
Summary of the current US State Department advisory for Gambia:
There was no change to the advisory level. The "Other" risk indicator was removed, and the "Unrest" risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in The Gambia due to crime , unrest , and inadequate health infrastructure . Advisory summary Crime Petty street crime and home burglaries happen often in The Gambia. This is most common in the Banjul area and tourist spots. Do not display cash and valuable personal property. Avoid walking alone, including on beaches, in tourist areas, and after dark.
Level 1
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 2
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 3
Reconsider Travel
Level 4
Do Not Travel
About This Data
Homicide figures are intentional homicides per 100,000 people, compiled by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and published by the World Bank (indicator VC.IHR.PSRC.P5). Homicide is the most reliably comparable crime statistic across countries because definitions of other offences (assault, theft, robbery) vary widely between national legal systems and reporting practices.
Travel advisory levels are issued by the US Department of State and updated continuously. They reflect risks to travelers including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health, and natural disasters — not only crime rates. Countries report crime data with different lags; the most recent available year is shown for each metric.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gambia safe to visit?
The US State Department rates Gambia at Level 2 of 4 (Exercise Increased Caution).
What is the crime rate in Gambia?
Reliable homicide statistics are not currently available for Gambia.
What is the US travel advisory level for Gambia?
Gambia is currently at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Advisory levels range from Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) to Level 4 (Do Not Travel).