Facilities for tourism outside the capital city, Libreville, are available, but often limited. A passport is required. A visa must be obtained in advance. Visas are not obtainable at the airport upon arrival. Overseas inquiries should be made to the nearest Gabonese Embassy or Consulate.
Petty thievery is common in urban areas.
Violent crime such as armed robbery, while not common, does occur. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to local police and to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. U.S. citizens may refer to the Department of State s pamphlet A Safe Trip Abroad for ways to promote a more trouble-free journey. Medical facilities in Gabon s major cities are limited, but generally adequate for routine or basic needs. Medical services in rural areas are generally unavailable.