Equatorial Guinea
Republic of Equatorial Guinea
People: Equatorial Guinean
Equatorial Guinea is located in Middle Africa and has a population of around 1.7 million. Its capital city is Ciudad de la Paz, and the most widely spoken official language is French.
Equatorial Guinea — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Equatorial Guinea |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Ciudad de la Paz |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Middle Africa |
| Population | 1,668,768 |
| Area | 28,051 km² |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) Fr |
| Official Languages | French, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +240 |
| Internet TLD | .gq |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | GQ / GNQ |
| Borders | Cameroon, Gabon |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Equatorial Guinea
What is the capital of Equatorial Guinea?
The capital of Equatorial Guinea is Ciudad de la Paz.
What currency does Equatorial Guinea use?
Equatorial Guinea uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Equatorial Guinea?
The official languages of Equatorial Guinea are French and Portuguese and Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Equatorial Guinea?
The international dialling code for Equatorial Guinea is +240.
What side of the road does Equatorial Guinea drive on?
Equatorial Guinea drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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