The city is generally safe and easily navigated. Opportunistic theft poses the main risk to workforce, who should maintain constant situational awareness and keep track of their belongings.

Banjul is situated on a peninsula where the Gambia river meets the Atlantic Ocean. Access to the city is only possible via the Banjul-Serrekunda motorway and a ferry link from Gambia's north bank. Banjul is Gambia's administrative capital, hosting the national parliament building and presidential office. While the city hosts key commercial institutions, the bulk of commercial activity takes place in the adjoining city of Serrekunda (Banjul division).