Åland IslandsEquatorial Guinea: e-Visa

Åland IslandsEquatorial Guinea

Do Finland passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?

e-Visa

Yes. Finland passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Åland Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Finland passport. See the Finland passport.

Source: equatorialguinea-evisa.com (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Visa-free access to Equatorial Guinea5 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Equatorial Guinea passport holders visiting Åland Islands: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Equatorial Guinea

Finland passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Finland passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Finland passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?

Yes. Finland passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea, available online as an e-visa before travel.

What currency is used in Equatorial Guinea?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Equatorial Guinea?

112 / 113 / 114 / 115.

What time zone is Equatorial Guinea in?

Malabo (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Malabo?

Malabo International Airport (SSG), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Equatorial Guinea without a visa?

5 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Equatorial Guinea visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Finland passport holders visit without a visa instead of Equatorial Guinea?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, Liberia, Burundi, Rwanda, Sierra Leone.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Åland Islands

Åland is an autonomous and demilitarised region of Finland. Receiving its autonomy in 1920, it is the smallest region of Finland by both area and population (30,654), constituting 0.51% of Finland's land area and 0.54% of its population. Its official language is Swedish and the capital city is Mariehamn.

RegionNorthern Europe

Area1,580 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesSwedish

Calling code+35818

Drives on theright

Emergency number112

Climate in Åland Islands

Warmest August, coolest February, driest August, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Åland Islands, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5°C	1.9°C	37mm	95h
February	4°C	0°C	30mm	168h
March	4.4°C	-0.2°C	50mm	247h
April	7.7°C	1.6°C	30mm	356h
May	11.1°C	4.2°C	71mm	414h
June	20.2°C	12.1°C	39mm	471h
July	18.2°C	12.9°C	81mm	433h
August	20.2°C	14.2°C	23mm	420h
September	16.1°C	11.7°C	37mm	272h
October	11.1°C	7.6°C	91mm	157h
November	8.1°C	5.1°C	57mm	98h
December	4.7°C	2.3°C	90mm	13h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Åland Islands in the Baltic Sea are known for their extensive maritime history, relatively warm and sunny weather compared to the rest of the region, and popular outdoor activities. Although the islands are part of Finland, they form a self-governing autonomous territory. The islands' approximately 30,000 inhabitants (2021) mostly speak a local dialect of Swedish.

Upcoming public holidays

November 7, 2026Alla helgons dag

December 6, 2026Självständighetsdagen

December 24, 2026Julafton

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About Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea, officially the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, is a country on the west coast of Central Africa and the only Spanish-speaking country in Africa. It has an area of 28,000 square kilometres (11,000 sq mi). Formerly the colony of Spanish Guinea, its post-independence name refers to its location both near the Equator and in the African region of Guinea. As of 2025, the country has a population of 1,853,559, over 85% of whom are members of the Fang people, the country's dominant ethnic group. The Bubi people, indigenous to Bioko Island, are the second largest group at approximately 6.5% of the population. The capital, since January 2026, is Ciudad de la Paz, and Bata is the largest city.

CapitalMalabo

RegionMiddle Africa

Population1.9M

Area28,051 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 584.37 XAF)

LanguagesFrench, Portuguese, Spanish

Calling code+240

Drives on theright

TimezoneMalabo (UTC+1)

Nearest airportMalabo International Airport (SSG), 7 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 114 / 115

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,615 (2025)

Climate in Malabo

Warmest February, coolest July, driest February, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Malabo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.4°C	25.7°C	21mm	323h
February	29.8°C	26.3°C	15mm	299h
March	29.3°C	26°C	211mm	242h
April	29°C	25.7°C	146mm	229h
May	28.4°C	25.5°C	128mm	249h
June	26.8°C	24.3°C	678mm	182h
July	26.2°C	23.4°C	687mm	193h
August	26.4°C	23.7°C	278mm	248h
September	26.3°C	23.6°C	594mm	194h
October	26.8°C	24.1°C	438mm	232h
November	27.4°C	24.9°C	63mm	281h
December	27.9°C	25.3°C	70mm	302h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Equatorial Guinea is a small country in Central Africa that's divided into three parts: the mainland, Bioko Island, where the former capital is located, and Annobón Island. The mainland is wedged between Cameroon and Gabon. It is one of the largest oil producers in Africa, along with Angola and Nigeria.

Upcoming public holidays

December 8, 2026Immaculate Conception

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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