The Central African Republic (CAR) is a landlocked country located in the center of Africa, bordered by Chad, Sudan, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Republic of the Congo, and Cameroon. Its capital and largest city is Bangui. The region has been settled for at least 8,000 years, with the earliest inhabitants being the ancestors of today’s Aka (Pygmy) peoples.
Please note, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) currently advises British nationals against most travel to the Central African Republic.
FCDO advises against all travel to the whole of the Central African Republic, including the areas of Bimbo, Begoua and Coline, except to the capital, Bangui.
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Bangui, including Bangui M’Poko International Airport.
Please note, this page was correct when written in April 2025.