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Guinea-Bissau

Guiné-Bissau

Western Africa, Africa

PortugueseUpper Guinea Creole

Guinea-Bissau (Guiné-Bissau) is a country in Western Africa, Africa. With a population of 1,781,308 and an area of 36,125 km², the capital city is Bissau. The official languages are Portuguese and Upper Guinea Creole. The national currency is the West African CFA franc (Fr XOF).

Quick Facts

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Bissau
Capital
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1,781,308
Population
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36,125 km²
Area
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Fr XOF
Currency
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+245
Dial Code
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.gw
TLD

Economy

Guinea-Bissau has a GDP per capita of $1,008, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.

GDP per Capita$1,008
GNI per Capita$990

Geography

Guinea-Bissau is located in Western Africa at coordinates 12.00°N, 15.00°W. It shares borders with 2 countries. The highest point is Monte Torin at 262 m.

ContinentAfrica
Coordinates12.00°N, 15.00°W
🏔️ Highest PointMonte Torin
262 m
🏞️ Longest RiverCorubal River
560 km
TimezonesUTC
BordersGINSEN

Infrastructure

Notable infrastructure highlights in Guinea-Bissau, including Estádio Rocha with a capacity of 1,000 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumEstádio Rocha
1,000 seats

Frequently Asked Questions about Guinea-Bissau

What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?
The capital of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau.
What is the population of Guinea-Bissau?
Guinea-Bissau has a population of approximately 1,781,308 people.
What currency does Guinea-Bissau use?
Guinea-Bissau uses the West African CFA franc (Fr XOF).
What languages are spoken in Guinea-Bissau?
The official languages of Guinea-Bissau are Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole.
What is the area of Guinea-Bissau?
Guinea-Bissau covers a total area of 36,125 km².
What is the GDP per capita of Guinea-Bissau?
The GDP per capita of Guinea-Bissau is approximately $1,008.

Data sources: Basic country data — restcountries.com (CC BY 4.0) · Geography, speed limits, stadiums — Wikidata (CC0) · Zoos, botanical gardens, hospitals — OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · GNI per capita — World Bank (CC BY 4.0) · UNESCO World Heritage — UNESCO WHC · Climate — Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)