Gabon
VERIFIED · MAY 202621 ENTRIESOTHER
Gabon is in Other. Review the laws below before your trip — every entry has a source link, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
HEADS UP
Equatorial African country. Drug penalties strict. Same-sex relations decriminalized (June 2020 Penal Code reform). Photography of military restricted. Drone permits required. Coup d'état August 2023 — political situation evolving.
DO NOT BRING
Drug trafficking · Iboga export without permit
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3 entriesCOMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
- Iboga (the psychoactive bark used in Bwiti ceremonies) is culturally legal but international export is heavily restricted.
- Libreville has European-feel infrastructure but interior travel needs serious planning.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- August 2023 military coup ended Bongo family rule — transitional government continues, with elections promised.
- Same-sex relations were decriminalized in 2020 Penal Code reform after a brief criminalization.
- 13 national parks cover ~11% of land area — most require permits and licensed guides.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.