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Equatorial Guinea travel advice
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Equatorial Guinea travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Equatorial Guinea with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Equatorial Guinea - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | Spanish |
| Currency | Central African CFA Franc |
| Electricity | C + E plug (220V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
✝ = requirements for UK travellers.
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Equatorial Guinea weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  31 |
31 |
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30 |
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 28 |
 27 |
27 |
28 |
28 |
29 |
30 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  6 |
 9 |
 15 |
 17 |
 20 |
20 |
 22 |
 25 |
25 |
23 |
13 |
7 |
| Sea temperature °C |  28 |
28 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
28 |
 27 |
26 |
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27 |
28 |
28 |
The Equatorial Guinea weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Malabo.
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Equatorial Guinea travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Equatorial Guinea from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Equatorial Guinea - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Equatorial Guinea - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Equatorial Guinea - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Equatorial Guinea - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Equatorial Guinea - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Equatorial Guinea.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Equatorial Guinea travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Equatorial Guinea with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Equatorial Guinea - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Equatorial Guinea - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Equatorial Guinea - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Equatorial Guinea, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Equatorial Guinea travel features
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Equatorial Guinea FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Equatorial Guinea including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Equatorial Guinea?
Equatorial Guinea is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.
Negative PCR test results and proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK. Mandatory 2nd test on arrival, 2 days of self isolation and another test on Day 3.
Check out Ministry of Health, Equatorial Guinea for more information.
What is the time difference between Equatorial Guinea and the UK?
The time difference between Equatorial Guinea and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Equatorial Guinea?
The main language spoken in Equatorial Guinea is Spanish.
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What is the currency in Equatorial Guinea?
The currency in Equatorial Guinea is the Central African CFA Franc (XAF).
Which plugs are used in Equatorial Guinea?
Equatorial Guinea uses electrical plug type C + E (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Equatorial Guinea?
They drive on the right side of the road in Equatorial Guinea.
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Do you need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?
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