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Equatorial Guinea

Guinea Ecuatorial
Capital
Malabo
Population
1.5M
Area
28,051 km²
Language
Spanish / French / Portuguese

Equatorial Guinea is a country in Central Africa, Africa. Its capital is Malabo, with a population of approximately 1.5M and a total area of 28,051 km². The official languages are Spanish / French / Portuguese and the currency is the Central African CFA Franc (XAF).

📊 Quick Facts about Equatorial Guinea

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Population
1.5M
total residents
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Total Area
28,051 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
53/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$12.3B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$8,200
per person
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Currency
Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Spanish / French / Portuguese
official
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Coastline
296 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1968
established
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Local Time in Malabo

Equatorial Guinea covers an area of 28,051 km² with a population density of 53/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $12.3B ($8,200 per capita) and gained independence in 1968. It has a coastline of 296 km.

Did You Know?

Equatorial Guinea is the only country in Africa where Spanish is an official language. The island of Bioko, where the capital sits, is one of Africa's most biodiverse islands, home to rare drill monkeys and nesting sea turtles.

💡 Interesting Facts about Equatorial Guinea

  1. Equatorial Guinea is the only African country with Spanish as the official language.
  2. The country became wealthy after oil was discovered in the 1990s.
  3. Bioko Island is one of Africa's most biodiverse islands.
  4. Equatorial Guinea is building an entirely new capital city called Oyala.

✈️ Travel Information for Equatorial Guinea

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Best Time to Visit
June–August
Tropical, hot and humid year-round
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Cost of Travel
🟠 Pricey
Mid–Expensive — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$8–15
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$80–150
per night
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Visa
Visa required for most nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/E, 220V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Equatorial Guinea on the Map

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📍 Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

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🏆 Equatorial Guinea World Rankings

1st
Oil Wealth
Sub-Saharan Africa's 3rd largest oil producer
1st
Languages
Only African country with Spanish as official language
1st
Bioko
Bioko Island — one of Africa's most biodiverse islands
1st
Capital Move
Building a brand new capital city — Oyala/Ciudad de la Paz

🏛 Must-See Places in Equatorial Guinea

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Pico Basile

The highest peak in Equatorial Guinea at 3,011m — a dormant volcano with cloud forest

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Monte Alén National Park

Mainland rainforest park with gorillas, chimpanzees, forest elephants and bongos

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Malabo Colonial Architecture

Spanish colonial buildings and a cathedral in the island capital

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Ureka Beach

Remote black sand beach on the southern tip of Bioko with nesting sea turtles

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Equatorial Guinea

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Cameroon
Yaoundé
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Gabon
Libreville

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Equatorial Guinea

What is the capital of Equatorial Guinea?

The capital of Equatorial Guinea is Malabo.

What language is spoken in Equatorial Guinea?

The official language(s) of Equatorial Guinea are Spanish / French / Portuguese.

What is the population of Equatorial Guinea?

The population of Equatorial Guinea is approximately 1.5M.

What currency does Equatorial Guinea use?

Equatorial Guinea uses the Central African CFA Franc (XAF).

What continent is Equatorial Guinea in?

Equatorial Guinea is located in Africa, in the Central Africa region.

What is the GDP of Equatorial Guinea?

Equatorial Guinea has a GDP of $12.3B, with a GDP per capita of $8,200.

What is the best time to visit Equatorial Guinea?

The best time to visit Equatorial Guinea is June–August. The climate is Tropical, hot and humid year-round.

Do I need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?

Visa required for most nationalities

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