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🇬🇼Guinea-Bissau
Africa· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Bissau
Population
2,153,339
Currency
West African CFA franc (XOF FCFA)
Languages
Portugais, Guinéen crioulo, Français
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+245
Timezone
Africa/Bissau
Area
36,125 km²
Government
Semi-presidential republic
National day
September 24 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.gw
About
Guinea-Bissau is a small West African country bordered by Senegal, Guinea, and the Atlantic Ocean. A former Portuguese colony, it is known for the Bijagos archipelago and its biodiversity. Despite its resources, it ranks among the world's poorest countries.
Safety
Risk level :High risk due to crime, political instability, and drug trafficking.
Risk areas
Bissau - Crime and urban unrestBorders - Trafficking and insecurity
Crime(High)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night
Terrorism(Low)
- Increased vigilance near tourist sites
Transport
- Use official taxis, avoid at night
Natural risks(Moderate risks of cyclones and seasonal floods)
- Follow weather alerts
Health(Weak healthcare system, under-equipped hospitals)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever
- Bottled water, malaria prophylaxis
Practical tips
- Register with the consulate
- Repatriation insurance
- Avoid political demonstrations
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city centernon disponible
1-bedroom apartment in city center341.08
1-bedroom apartment in suburb190.32
3-bedroom apartment in city centernon disponible
3-bedroom apartment in suburbnon disponible
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal4.77
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant23.85
McDonald's menunon disponible
Local beer (0.5L)non disponible
Cappuccinonon disponible
Water (1.5L)non disponible
Bread (500g)non disponible
Milk (1L)non disponible
Eggs (12)non disponible
Chicken (1kg)non disponible
Apples (1kg)non disponible
Bananas (1kg)non disponible
Transport
Public transport ticketnon disponible
Monthly transport subscriptionnon disponible
Taxi ride (start)non disponible
Taxi (1km)non disponible
Gasoline (1L)non disponible
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)non disponible
Tennis court (1h weekend)non disponible
Cinemanon disponible
Theaternon disponible
Health
General practitioner consultationnon disponible
Dentist consultationnon disponible
Antibiotic medicationsnon disponible
Cold medications (6 days)non disponible
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)non disponible
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)non disponible
Public services for 85m² apartmentnon disponible
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)non disponible
Nike sports shoesnon disponible
International primary school (monthly)non disponible
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police112
Ambulance112
Fire department112
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
5-10% in restaurants, not mandatory