Laws and customs
Photography is generally advised against and requires authorisation (Ministry of Tourism for private use). Photographing official buildings, military or police installations, the presidential palace, airports, power plants or people in uniform can lead to arrest.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful informationBe moderate and careful in conversations outside private circles.
Practical adviceVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, safetyPossessing and using drugs is prohibited.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful informationHomosexuality is not prohibited by law, but it is frowned upon.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful information
Useful contacts
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Ministère du Tourisme et de l'Artisanat
Photography permits for private use.
France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful information· Oct 2, 2026
Sources for this guide
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, useful information · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Central African Republic, safety · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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