Guinea-Bissau travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Guinea-Bissau with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Guinea-Bissau.

Guinea-Bissau travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Guinea-Bissau 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.

Guinea-Bissau - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) Portuguese Creole, Portuguese
Currency West African CFA Franc
Electricity C + E + F plug (220V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

✝ = requirements for UK travellers.

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Guinea-Bissau weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
33°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Bissau33
35°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Bissau35
35°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Bissau35
35°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Bissau35
35°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Bissau35
33°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Bissau33
30°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Bissau30
30°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Bissau30
30°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Bissau30
32°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Bissau32
33°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Bissau33
32°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Bissau32
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
0 days with some rainfall in January in Bissau0
0 days with some rainfall in February in Bissau0
0 days with some rainfall in March in Bissau0
1 day with some rainfall in April in Bissau1
3 days with some rainfall in May in Bissau3
10 days with some rainfall in June in Bissau10
18 days with some rainfall in July in Bissau18
22 days with some rainfall in August in Bissau22
19 days with some rainfall in September in Bissau19
10 days with some rainfall in October in Bissau10
2 days with some rainfall in November in Bissau2
1 day with some rainfall in December in Bissau1
Sea temperature °C
24°C sea temperature in January in Bissau24
24°C sea temperature in February in Bissau24
25°C sea temperature in March in Bissau25
26°C sea temperature in April in Bissau26
27°C sea temperature in May in Bissau27
27°C sea temperature in June in Bissau27
28°C sea temperature in July in Bissau28
27°C sea temperature in August in Bissau27
28°C sea temperature in September in Bissau28
29°C sea temperature in October in Bissau29
29°C sea temperature in November in Bissau29
27°C sea temperature in December in Bissau27

The Guinea-Bissau weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Bissau.

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Guinea-Bissau travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Guinea-Bissau from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

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 Guinea-Bissau.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Guinea-Bissau travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Guinea-Bissau with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Guinea-Bissau, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Guinea-Bissau FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Guinea-Bissau including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Guinea-Bissau?

Guinea-Bissau is open for tourism from the UK.

Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.

Check out Ministry of Public Health, Guinea-Bissau for more information.

What is the time difference between Guinea-Bissau and the UK?

The time difference between Guinea-Bissau and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Guinea-Bissau?

The main languages spoken in Guinea-Bissau are Portuguese Creole and Portuguese.

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What is the currency in Guinea-Bissau?

The currency in Guinea-Bissau is the West African CFA Franc (XOF).

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Which plugs are used in Guinea-Bissau?

Guinea-Bissau uses electrical plug type C + E + F (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Guinea-Bissau?

They drive on the right side of the road in Guinea-Bissau.

Do you need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Guinea-Bissau.

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