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Country Profile · North Africa
Western Sahara
Disputed territory administered by Morocco. Access largely permissive; UN-monitored ceasefire lines carry residual security sensitivity.
- Capital
- El Aaiún
- Region
- North Africa
- Population
- 0.6M
Overall Risk Score
2.0
/ 5
Moderate
Threat breakdown
Category ratings
Terrorism
Low
Political instability
Moderate
Conflict zones
Moderate
Maritime security
Moderate
Cyber threats
Low
Travel risk
Moderate
Travel advice
Exercise increased caution
Localised risks warrant briefed travel. Vetted accommodation and drivers, pre-travel briefings and 24/7 tracking recommended.
Latest incidents
Recent activity
No recent incidents recorded for Western Sahara in the current window. Country remains under continuous monitoring.
Security recommendations
Operating guidance
- Vet drivers, accommodation and local partners through in-country due diligence; refresh annually.
- Maintain a written crisis management plan aligned to INGO ADVISORY response playbooks; rehearse twice a year.
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