🇬🇶Equatorial Guinea
Africa· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Malabo
Population
1,691,796
Currency
Central African CFA franc (XAF FCFA)
Languages
espagnol, français, portugais, fang
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+240
Timezone
Africa/Malabo
Area
28,049 km²
Government
Presidential republic under single-party rule
National day
August 3 - Constitution Day
Internet domain
.gq
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About
Equatorial Guinea is an oil-rich Central African nation in the Gulf of Guinea, comprising Bioko island and Río Muni mainland. Ruled by an authoritarian regime since 1979, it relies heavily on hydrocarbons despite a modest population.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid protests
- Do not carry valuables
- Travel in groups
Terrorism(Low)
- Increased vigilance near oil zones
Transport
- Use 4x4 vehicles
- Avoid traveling at night
Natural risks(Moderate risks of cyclones and floods)
- Monitor weather alerts
Health(Weak healthcare system, under-equipped hospitals)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever
- Malaria prophylaxis
- Repatriation insurance
Practical tips
- Register with the consulate
- Residence permit required
- Avoid taking photos of official installations
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Emergency numbers
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Right
unsafe
Not mandatory, 5-10% appreciated
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