The Department of State updated its Travel Advisory for Mali on October 30, 2025 to reflect that the Department of State ordered non-emergency employees and their family members to leave Mali due to safety risks. The Travel Advisory Level for Mali remains Level 4 - Do Not Travel. This replaces the previous Travel Advisory issued on October 24.
The full text of the updated Travel Advisory is as follows:
Do Not Travel to Mali for any reason due to crime, terrorism, kidnapping, Unrest and Health.
Advisory summary
On October 30, 2025, the Department of State ordered non-emergency employees and their family members to leave Mali due to safety risks. The U.S. government cannot offer routine or emergency services to U.S. citizens outside of Bamako due to safety risks. Do not travel to Mali for any reason.
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
- U.S. government employees working in Mali are not allowed to travel outside of Bamako due to safety risks.
U.S. citizens in Mali are advised to take the same precautions.
Crime
Violent crime is common throughout Mali. Crimes include kidnapping, assault, armed robbery, home invasion, and carjacking.
Violent crime is a major concern in Bamako especially during local holidays and seasonal events.
- Roadblocks, including by armed groups, occur throughout the country.
- In cities, police checkpoints are possible, especially at night.
- Highways across the country often face attacks on government, civilian, and commercial targets.
Terrorism
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Mali. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorist and armed groups target foreigners to kidnap for ransom.
Terrorists may attack without warning:
- Spots frequented by foreigners anywhere in the country
- Night clubs
- Hotels
- Restaurants
- Places of worship
- International diplomatic missions
- Local security forces and civilians
Armed Conflict
Armed conflict between the Malian government and armed groups is common throughout Mali. Many terrorist and separatist armed groups are active throughout the country. These groups may plan and carry out deadly attacks against Malian government and military facilities, including in and around Bamako. Conflict between these groups often results in civilian casualties.
Air Travel
