Equatorial GuineaAntarctica

What authorisation is required for Equatorial Guinea passport holders visiting Antarctica?

Special travel authorization

Antarctica does not operate a conventional immigration visa system.

Your expedition operator and the relevant national authority determine any notification, permit, or other authorization needed for the planned activity. Do not rely on a passport alone.

Source: Antarctic Treaty Secretariat: national competent authorities.

RequirementSpecial travel authorization

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

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 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 ≈ 586.73 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	29.3°C	25.8°C	21mm	323h
February	29.8°C	26.4°C	15mm	299h
March	29.3°C	26.1°C	211mm	242h
April	28.9°C	25.8°C	146mm	229h
May	28.4°C	25.5°C	128mm	249h
June	26.8°C	24.3°C	678mm	182h
July	26.1°C	23.5°C	686mm	193h
August	26.4°C	23.8°C	279mm	248h
September	26.3°C	23.6°C	593mm	194h
October	26.8°C	24.1°C	438mm	232h
November	27.4°C	24.9°C	63mm	281h
December	27.9°C	25.4°C	71mm	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

October 12, 2026Independence Day

December 8, 2026Immaculate Conception

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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