Monrovia, Liberia, December 21, 2020: The United States Embassy in Monrovia has issued a travel alert for US travelers wanting to travel to Liberia.

In the US embassy latest travel alert, the embassy says US citizens should be aware that it may be difficult to obtain cash from banks in Liberia and should plan accordingly. The alert further mentioned that, Liberia’s banking sector has experienced a growing shortage of cash – both U.S. and Liberian dollars – over the last several months.  As a consequence, it is difficult to obtain adequate cash supplies from ATMs and banks.  There are no ATM facilities for public use at the U.S. Embassy.

Amounts of U.S. dollars over $10,000 must be reported upon entry to Liberia.  Travelers may exit with no more than $7,500 U.S. dollars.

Actions to Take:

• Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas.  Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments.
• Bring cash sufficient for the duration of your trip.
• Secure your possessions when you are in public areas; avoid displaying or carrying unnecessary valuables and large sums of money.
• Pay expenses such as hotels and flights by credit or debit card when possible.  Check with vendors to ensure credit or debit cards are accepted.  There have been reports of financial information being compromised even at hotels where credit cards are routinely accepted.  The U.S. Embassy cannot assist with bill payment.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Monrovia
  502 Benson Street
  +231 77-677-7000
  ACSMonrovia@state.gov
  https://lr.usembassy.gov
  State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
• Liberia Country Information
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