Equatorial Guinea Travel & Emergency Guide

Emergency Numbers in Equatorial Guinea

Key Travel Facts

Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Equatorial Guinea

Toll & Vignette: Toll-free modern paved highways across Bioko Island and mainland Río Muni.

Tipping & Etiquette

Recommendation: 5 to 10 percent standard in restaurants and bars. Round up bills. Porters and private drivers appreciate 1,000 to 2,000 FCFA.

• DO Communicate warmly in Spanish with locals and service staff.
• DO Check local photo regulations and carry valid tourist permits.
• DON'T Never take photos of government buildings, oil facilities, or police checkpoints.
• DON'T Never travel through checkpoints without your physical passport.

Power Sockets & Tap Water

Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & E (220V, 50Hz – European standard plugs fit).

Tap Water: Tap water is not drinkable. Drink only sealed bottled water.

Insider Tip: Ureka on southern Bioko Island is famous for pristine volcanic black sand beaches and nesting sea turtles under lush rainforest waterfalls.