Entry Requirements
Visa requirements for Equatorial Guinea depend on which passport you hold. Check the Traveller visa tool to see whether your passport needs a visa and, if so, how long you can stay.
Check if you need a visa for Equatorial GuineaEmergency Numbers
- Police
- 114
- Ambulance
- 115
Currency
- Name
- Central African CFA franc
- Code
- XAF
- Symbol
- FCFA
Pegged to the euro. Cash-only for most transactions.
Power Outlets
- Outlet types
- Type C, Type E
- Voltage
- 220V
- Frequency
- 50Hz
Time Zone
WAT (UTC+1) — no daylight saving
Best Time to Visit
Major Airports
- SSG
Malabo International Airport
Malabo · main international hub, on Bioko island
- BSG
Bata Airport
Bata · mainland hub
Tipping Customs
| Venue | Typical | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 10% | — |
| Guides | USD 15+ per day | — |
Dress Code
What "modest dress" usually means
Shoulders and knees covered, nothing tight or sheer, no low-cut tops, no visible underwear or midriff. Loose, breathable fabrics work best in warm climates. In most places this is a social expectation rather than a legal rule — the country-specific notes below add any extras (headscarves at mosques, long trousers in temples, etc.).
- Modest dress in all public settings
- Lightweight tropical clothing year-round
Social Etiquette
- Spanish is the primary official language (one of only two Spanish-speaking African nations); French and Portuguese are co-official
- Visa process is notoriously difficult; permits required for photography anywhere
- Travel outside Malabo and Bata requires government authorisation
Local Laws
Laws change. Verify current rules with your country's official travel advisory before departure.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
- Photography of any government, military or infrastructure is strictly forbidden — detentions have been reported
- The country has one of the world's most restricted press environments
Common Phrases
| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello (Spanish) | Hola | OH-la |
| Thank you (Spanish) | Gracias | GRAH-see-ahs |
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