Living in Togo

Living in Togo

Here in Togo, foreigners adapt quickly and find their haven of peace. French is the official language of the country and English is widely spoken. If you are planning to live in Togo, here we give you some indications on accommodation, transport, food, entertainment, etc.

Living in Togo

Togo, a land of welcome and hospitality !!!

Foreigners who reside for more than three months or who decide to settle in Togo must hold a residence permit corresponding to the category of residents in which they are classified according to their length of stay. Subject to restrictions linked to bilateral and multilateral agreements, special dispensations and exemptions, the entry and stay of foreigners on Togolese territory is subject to obtaining a visa, in most cases available at the airport. upon arrival.
 
 
The currency in Togo is the CFA franc, it is a stable currency, having a fixed parity with the Euro. It is very easy to open a bank account in Togo. Togolese banking institutions have ATMs in Lomé, in the big cities and issue the Visa card and / or the MasterCard.
 
Most foreigners live in furnished houses or rented apartments (furnished or unfurnished), easily identifiable with real estate agencies. The rental price varies depending on the geographical location. Thus, in rural areas, prices are much lower than in the most popular areas, in Lomé and in the big cities. There is just as much an array of hotels and places to accommodate visitors or serve as a place to relax.
 
 
Local cuisine, one of the country's many treasures, coexists in symbiosis with exotic cuisines.
 
Intercity and intra-urban travel in Togo is provided by taxis (auto and motorbike), minibuses and buses. In cities, taxis are grouped together in bus stations or dedicated stations. Motorcycle taxis are the most common form of transport. It is just as customary for foreigners to use car rental agencies for their trips. With the rise of digital technology, it is now possible to order a car or motorcycle taxi online via mobile applications.
 
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