Travel Information From Denmark to Nigeria

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Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (Influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Cholera

Vaccination may be considered for adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission. Areas of active cholera transmission are localized to the states of Abia (last case reported March 2020), Adamawa (last case reported April 2020), Bauchi, Bayelsa (last case reported July 2020), Borno, Ebonyi (last case reported February 2020), Kaduna (last case reported July 2020), Kano, Katsina (last case reported April 2020), Kebbi, Lagos (last case reported August 2020), Ogun (last case reported January 2020), and Rivers (last case reported December 2019) in Nigeria. Cholera is rare in travelers but can be severe. Certain factors may increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease. Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Nigeria.
Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.
Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Nigeria.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to Nigeria take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.

Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series.

Meningitis (Meningococcal disease)

Recommended for travelers 2 months old or older traveling to Nigeria during the dry season (December to June).

Polio

A single lifetime booster dose of Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) is recommended for adults who received the routine polio vaccination series as children; the routine series is recommended for unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated children and adults and those with unknown vaccination status.

Rabies

Rabid dogs are commonly found in Nigeria. If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other mammal while in Nigeria, there may be limited or no rabies treatment available.
Consider rabies vaccination before your trip if your activities mean you will be around dogs or wildlife.
Travelers more likely to encounter rabid animals include
• Campers, adventure travelers, or cave explorers (spelunkers)
• Veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers handling animal specimens
• Visitors to rural areas
Since children are more likely to be bitten or scratched by a dog or other animals, consider rabies vaccination for children traveling to Nigeria.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Yellow Fever

Required if traveling from a country with risk of YF virus transmission and ≥9 months of age, including transit in an airport located in a country with risk of YF virus transmission.
Recommended for all travelers ≥9 months of age.

You will need 6 months validity remaining on your passport from the date of entry.

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Do not photograph military or government installations. You should carry some form of identification at all times. This would normally mean your passport or residence permit. If you drive outside the main towns, the likelihood of having to produce some form of identification is high. If you commit a criminal offence you will be subjected to local law. Local prison conditions are harsh. There is no law criminalising homosexuality in Niger. However, there are laws under the Penal Code of 1993 covering ‘public outrage against modesty’ and ‘immodest/unnatural acts’. An ‘unnatural act’ with a person of the same sex who is under the age of 21 can be punishable by a fine of 10,000 to 100,000 francs and up to 3 years imprisonment. Although we are not aware of any prosecutions under this legislation, attitudes within society towards LGBT people can be discriminatory. You should exercise discretion. There are no laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, and no legal recognition of same-sex couples.

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Abuja

Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, in the middle of the country. The skyline of the city, which was built largely in the 1980s, is dominated by Aso Rock, an enormous monolith. It rises up behind the Presidential Complex, which houses the residence and offices of the Nigerian president in the Three Arms Zone on the eastern edge of the city. Nearby are the National Assembly and the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

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Petty crime

The political and economic instability of Nigeria opens the doors for crime, from basic theft and pickpocketing to armed robberies, muggings, abductions, and car-jackings. Robbery and kidnapping is most prevalent in the southern part of the country, while terrorist threats tend to be concentrated in the north.

Thieves usually take advantage of tourists, so keep the amount of cash on you at all times low, and avoid carrying your credit card. There is a high amount of credit card fraud throughout Nigeria, which is part of the reason most businesses do not take this form of payment.

Nigerian scams

Online money scams and fake Nigerian marriages are other criminal activities often directed at foreign travelers. Many of these crimes are initiated via email, and any suspicious messages should be reported to authorities. Fake ebony is also a highly pedaled souvenir item in Nigeria.

Shady characters often roam the airport looking for a gullible person to defraud or rob. Reports suggest these people often pose as taxi drivers.

While at the airport be aware that some customs officials might not be on the right side of the law. If you think something feels suspicious, that could be the case. Try to seek help from management if you are unsure.

Civil unrest in Nigeria

In September 2019, riots in South Africa spilled over into Nigeria, where people responded by attacking South African-owned shops. The South African embassy in Nigeria was closed due to threats. If you are traveling to Nigeria, here are a few tips on what to do if you are traveling in a country experiencing civil unrest.

Terrorism in Nigeria

Terrorist attacks can happen anywhere in Nigeria, and there are multiple terrorist groups operating across the country.

Terrorist groups include The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND), al Qaeda-linked terrorist group Ansaru (Jamaat al Ansar al Muslimeen fi Bilad al Sudan), Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa (ISWA).

MEND is the group focused on oil and aims to take control of this and other natural resources, such as gas, in the country, particularly the region of the Niger Delta.

The UK Government advisory states that, "Most attacks take place in northern and north east Nigeria", however, there have been a significant number of attacks elsewhere. Travelers should pay attention to their surroundings at all times, and stay alert. Follow local news reports, and during periods of civil unrest, avoid crowded places or large gatherings.

No-go zones

Several Nigerian provinces are considered no-go areas due to terrorist and criminal activities and attacks.

The British and US Government travel advisories both caution against travel to Borno, Yobe State and Northern Adamawa State due to a high risk of terror attacks.

Other areas to avoid include Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, and Kano state, the coastal areas of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross Rivers, Delta, and Rivers states (with the exception of Port Harcourt).

Exercise extreme caution while traveling anywhere in the country.

Crime in Lagos

Lagos is considered a high-risk area for travelers, and you should be cautious on the streets and while driving. Avoid walking around at night alone, even if in a group, as nighttime can pose the greatest risks to locals and tourists alike, and most attacks happen after 10pm.

Kidnapping and robberies

The states of Anambra – especially the Enugu-Awka-Onitsha expressway – Kogi, Abia, and Edo are hotspots for robberies and kidnappings. Victims should immediately give in to the demands of a thief to avoid injury. Road travel should also be limited in these areas, especially outside cities. Anyone who needs to travel in these locations should do so in convoy during the day.

International Driving Permit 1968 is required

• The most common religion in Nigeria is Islam.
• Don't rush a greeting without inquiring about the other persons general well-being, which is considered extremely rude.
• Don't use left hand at all, as it's considered unclean - don't eat with it, don't give or receive presents or objects with it. Use the right hand only or both hands.
• Don't ever criticise Nigeria or Nigerians, no matter how much a local may do so. Be polite and conservative in your actions, although in many cases, the politeness can easily be mistaken for weakness.
• Don't visit someone's home empty-handed - bring fruit, nuts or chocolates for the host. A gift for the children is always appreciated. Do compliment your hosts home and belongings.
• Don't discuss or make generalizations about religion in Nigeria - Nigeria is a religiously diverse country, maintain an open mind.
• Don't forget to bargain at a market - you can easily get the price down by 50%, but don't walk away without buying something after you've agreed on a price with the merchant.
• Don't necessarily wear expensive shiny clothes or jewellery. Keep a low profile to minimise the risk of being a target for pickpockets.
• Don't photograph government buildings, airports, bridges and military installations - it’s illegal.
• Don't forget the rainy season takes place between May and October.

Do I need travel insurance to travel to Nigeria?

Travel insurance is very important when traveling overseas. We strongly recommend that you take out cover to travel to Nigeria. You can usually take out single trip or annual multi-trip cover to give you peace of mind should anything happen.

It can be a better and cheaper option to take annual multi-trip cover as it usually covers any number of trips taken in one year with a maximum of up to around 60 days away per trip.

We work with the top names in the industry and have already pre-selected the easiest, cheapest and best quality travel insurance on the market to save you time and money trying to find the best cover.

Travel insurance typically covers the following; however, you can tailor a policy to suit your needs depending on where you are traveling to, your activities and how long you are away.

• Medical Expenses
  Medical treatment can be extremely costly and add up very quickly, and include Overnight stays in hospital, minor or major surgery, accident and emergency treatment, drugs, COVID-19 treatment, journey home if you cannot use the original ticket, dental treatment, and many more unexpected expenses.
• Baggage and personal belongings
  If your baggage is lost, stolen, damaged or delayed it is extremely frustrating. If you must buy new clothes, toiletry products or personal belongings it can be very expensive and time consuming.
• Cancellation
  Sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances you may need to cancel your trip. This could be due to several reasons such as illness, injury, a bereavement or many other scenarios. Usually airlines, tour operators and hotels have large cancellation fees, so buying travel insurance that covers this is recommended.

Health Care

Healthcare System in Nigeria

Healthcare of Nigeria is ranked 144th in the world. Public healthcare is woefully inadequate, and though public hospitals can provide treatment for basic ailments, it's almost always better to receive treatment abroad.

Health Risk

Leptospirosis

Caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira.

Schistosomiasis

Caused by wading, swimming, bathing, or washing in contaminated water body.

Dengue

Occurs from insect bites, including mosquitoes.

Zika

Occurs from mosquito bite.

Chikungunya

Caused by Mosquito bite.

African Tick-Bite Fever

Caused by Tick bite.

Leishmaniasis

Occurs from sand fly bite.

Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Caused by touching the body fluids of a person or animal infected with CCHF.

Hantavirus

Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Caused from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Monkeypox

Occurs from scratched or bitten by an infected animal such as a rodent or primate

Lassa Fever

Caused through exposure to food or household items contaminated with urine or faeces of infected Mastomys rats.

Avian/Bird Flu

Occurs from being around, touching, or working with infected poultry.