Amsterdam, 30 August 2023
Since the evening of August 29, the Gabon army has seized power. On this page you can find news and updates on the situation in Gabon from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Read the current travel advisory for Gabon (in Dutch).
Foreign Affairs in contact with Dutch nationals in Gabon
Update 30 August, 11:30
Dutch nationals who are registered via the Foreign Affairs Information Service receive notifications of changes in the security situation via the travel advice and/or the Information Service. At the time of writing, we have not received any requests for help from Dutch nationals in Gabon. At this time the Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not know exactly how many Dutch nationals are in the country. There is no registration requirement for Dutch nationals abroad. Therefore, it is important for Dutch nationals in Gabon to register with the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs Information Service (in Dutch).
Minister Hoekstra on the situation in Gabon
Update 30 August, 10:30
Read this message on X (Twitter).
Contacting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Update 30 August, 09:00
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is monitoring the situation closely. Dutch nationals in Gabon can contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs contact centre 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Phone +31 247 247 247, or send a message via WhatsApp (+31 6 8238 7796) or X/Twitter (@247BZ).
Message from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Update 30 August, 08:03
Reports are emerging of a coup in Gabon. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is monitoring the situation closely. If you are in Gabon, let your family/friends know how you are doing. Always follow the instructions and advice of the local authorities.
If you are in Gabon on an organised trip, stay in contact with your travel company. If you need help, contact your travel insurance company or the Dutch embassy [in Cotonou, Benin] at +31 247 247 247, or through X/Twitter @247BZ.
Read this message (in Dutch) on X/Twitter.
Source – Dutch Government