Visa Information
Visa required for all nationalities. Apply at embassy.
Apply at Equatorial Guinean embassy. Invitation letter often required.
- One of the hardest African visas to obtain.
- Invitation letter often required.
- Spanish is the primary language.
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Safety & Health
Authoritarian government. Limited tourist infrastructure. Malabo and Bata have some crime. Photography restrictions are strict.
- Police checkpoints.
- Overcharging foreigners.
- Malaria prophylaxis essential.
- Drink bottled water.
- Limited medical facilities.
- Yellow Fever mandatory.
- Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
- Malaria prophylaxis essential.
Authoritarian state — be cautious. Strict photography laws. Limited press freedom.
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Cultural Tips
- Visit Bioko Island for volcanic scenery and primates.
- Experience the unique blend of Spanish, French, and African cultures.
- Don't photograph government buildings, military, or police.
- Don't criticize the government.
- Don't take photos without asking.
Catholic majority. Traditional beliefs present.
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