WHY STAY IN Lome
West African coastal living at a manageable price.
Lome offers affordable Francophone coastal living, West African business access, lively markets, warm weather, and a relatively manageable capital scale.
Premium Insights for Lome
Is Lome Right for You?
Who this city is perfect for
Who should avoid this city
Best neighborhoods
What You Should Know
Remote work reality
Tax reality
Hidden considerations
Healthcare notes
Visa Reality
COST OF LIVING
Monthly Budget Min.
Monthly Budget Max.
Average Rent (1BR)
Food Cost
Transport Cost
Coworking Cost
Utilites Cost
Gym Cost
$1100
$2600
$650
$300
$80
$90
$100
$30
Real cost breakdown
CLIMATE
Avg. Summer Temp.
Avg. Winter Temp.
Humidity
Rain
Sunshine
25.6
27.9
High
Medium
High
Climate Notes
VISA
Visa Status
Visa Type
Long Stay Possible
e-Visa, Visa on Arrival 90
Togo Tourist eVisa or Business Entry
Yes
Visa requirements may vary depending on your nationality. The information provided here reflects the general visa conditions of the country.
MORE INFO
Lome is Togo’s coastal capital and one of West Africa’s more compact and accessible cities. It combines beaches, a busy port, regional trade, markets, government institutions, cafes, and a growing entrepreneurial scene. Living costs are moderate, French is widely used, and neighboring Ghana and Benin are close. Challenges include traffic, petty crime, inconsistent infrastructure, limited healthcare, and uneven internet. Lome works well for regional consultants, budget remote workers, entrepreneurs, and travelers who want a lower-pressure alternative to Dakar or Accra.
Lome
Togo / Africa
6.51
BEST FOR
Beach, Budget, Business
Lifestyle & Environment
QUICK FACTS
Safety
Internet
Tax
Visa
Climate
Healthcare
: Moderate
: Slow
: Moderate
: e-Visa, Visa on Arrival
: Hot
: Average
travel tools
Unlock Premium Insights
Make smarter decisions before you choose a city.
- Find the best neighborhoods for your lifestyle
- See the real cost of living
- Avoid common mistakes and hidden downsides
- See what it’s really like to live there