Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire)
170
General Emergency
170
Police
185
Ambulance / Medical
180
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Yamoussoukro (Economic hub: Abidjan)
Currency
XOF (CFA)
Official Language
French (Baoulé, Dioula, Bété)
Country Code
+225
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire)
Urban / City
50 - 60 km/h
Rural
90 km/h
Highway
120 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: Tolls apply on the Northern Highway (Abidjan to Yamoussoukro) and the HKB bridge in Abidjan.
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 5 to 10 percent standard in restaurants and open-air maquis. Rounding up 5–10% is customary in restaurants. Drivers and porters appreciate 500–1000 CFA tips.
- DO Always greet with 'Bonjour' before asking a question or placing an order.
- DO Dine at local open-air maquis restaurants for authentic grilled fish and attiéké.
- DO Keep your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate readily accessible for customs inspection.
- DON'T Do not photograph government buildings, military checkpoints, or bridges.
- DON'T Avoid drinking tap water or drinks with unfiltered ice cubes.
- DON'T Do not walk alone late at night in unfamiliar neighborhoods outside Plateau or Cocody.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & E (220V, 50Hz – standard French and European 2-pin plugs fit directly).
Tap Water: Tap water is not potable. Always consume sealed bottled mineral water.
Insider Tip: Abidjan is renowned for vibrant arts and Coupé-Décalé nightlife. Ensure your biometric eVisa pre-approval is completed online prior to landing at Abidjan Airport.
