Embassy of the Gambia in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau; address 42 Rua Domingos Ramos, Bissau; phone +245955359792. Head of mission: Mrs. Amie Fabureh.
Head of mission: Mrs. Amie Fabureh, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Gambia, 30 Nov 2024)
Gambia is an appealing destination for some visitors from Guinea Bissau, thanks to its vibrant culture and natural beauty. The country, bordered by Senegal and featuring stunning beaches and lush landscapes, attracts hundreds of thousands of international tourists annually, making it an enticing option for a segment of Guinea Bissau's population of around 2 million.
Gambia is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Guinea Bissau. According to the Global Peace Index, Gambia ranks 81st out of 160 countries, closely following Guinea Bissau, which ranks 83rd. While specific murder rate data for Gambia is not available, Guinea Bissau has a low murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people. In terms of organized crime, both countries have similar rankings, with Guinea Bissau scoring 1.0 for mafia groups and Gambia also at 1.0. However, Gambia tends to have lower scores in areas such as crime networks (6.5 for Gambia vs. 8.0 for Guinea Bissau) and foreign crime (4.0 for Gambia vs. 6.5 for Guinea Bissau), indicating a potentially safer environment. Overall, while there are some crime concerns in both countries, Gambia is comparable to Guinea Bissau in safety for tourists.