All currency or travelers checks must be declared upon entry. Although not meeting U.S. standards, public health is improving steadily. Eat prepared fruits and vegetables and drink bottled water, which is widely available, when traveling outside the main cities. Local and international telephone and telegraph service is available. A working knowledge of French or Arabic is essential.
Direct flights are available from New York.
Adequate public transportation by air, rail, and bus is available to and from principal cities. The highway system is good, and directions are clearly marked.