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You can withdraw money with a Mastercard or Visa card at any Ecobank ATM in Equatorial Guinea.
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Equatorial Guinea (Spanish: República de Guinea Ecuatorial) is a small country in Central Africa that's divided into three parts: the mainland, Bioko Island, where the former capital is located, and Annobón Island. The mainland is wedged between Cameroon and Gabon. It is one of the largest oil producers in Africa, along with Angola and Nigeria.
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Cards and cash
You can withdraw money with a Mastercard or Visa card at any Ecobank ATM in Equatorial Guinea.
French, Portuguese, Spanish
The three official languages of the Equatorial Guinea are Spanish, French and Portuguese. The Fang and Igbo languages are widely spoken.
Visitors should drink only bottled water.
Food and water: There are no potable or clean water sources in Equatorial Guinea. Visitors should drink only bottled water.
Local people are very hospitable and have a certain familiarity for everything related to Spain, as the country was a Spanish province until 1968.
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one of the two border crossings for individuals traveling from Gabon to Equatorial Guinea
the major city on the mainland
new capital in the middle of the jungle
called Puerto Iradier during Spanish rule, it is known for its ruins of colonial architecture
another town on Bioko
a city on the border with Gabon, and home to the President
the former capital and still the most important city in the country, on Bioko
fantastic fauna in the centre of the mainland
Annobón is an island and province in Equatorial Guinea, located farther out in the Atlantic Ocean on a line running through Bioko and the independent islands of São Tomé and Principe. It is 670 km from Malabo.
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Malabo · International · SSG
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in Malabo
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 28° |
| Avg. low | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 30 | 73 | 148 | 190 | 202 | 347 | 424 | 480 | 410 | 257 | 150 | 26 |
| Humidity | 78% | 81% | 81% | 81% | 82% | 83% | 84% | 85% | 86% | 85% | 84% | 80% |
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Budget
$50
Per person, per day
Mid-range
$140
Per person, per day
Luxury
$355
Per person, per day
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $25 | $75 | $210 |
| Food and drink | $10 | $30 | $65 |
| Local transport | $5 | $15 | $30 |
| Activities | $10 | $20 | $50 |
Estimate from World Bank price levels (2024). Actual costs vary by city and season. World Bank
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
Level 2 of 4Exercise increased caution
Exercise increased cautionin Equatorial Guinea due to risk of crime, health, and arbitrary enforcement of laws. Crime Petty crime is common throughout the country. Local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to reports of crime, even serious crime. Health Medical services in Equatorial Guinea are limited. There are no adequate trauma or ambulance services. Even minor health issues may require medical evacuation at the traveler’s expense. Be sure to bring enough prescription medications to last the entire duration of your trip. Make sure you have medical or travel insurance that includes medical evacuation. Review our information on Travel Insurance. Other Travelers face the risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws that may result in harassment and detention.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advice against travel. Read the full advice before you go.
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO: travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
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Travel tipsAirfares can be cheaper when booked from the European capital that has a strong colonial link to your destination, which typically means from Brussels, Lisbon, London, and Paris.
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Culture & historyReligion and spirituality have played a significant role in humanity's history. Many cultural sights from buildings to festivals and traditions are of a religious nature.
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Travel tipsThe world has over 5,000 different languages, of which more than twenty have 50 million or more speakers. Travel can bring you into contact with any of these.
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