Embassy of Guinea-Bissau in Luanda, Angola; address Residência Nº 11 R/C - 1º piso; Rua Marques das Minas, Nº 15-17; Bairro Maculusso, Distrito de…
Head of mission: Mr. João Carlos Marques Vieira, Chargé d'Affaires (as listed in the diplomatic list of Angola, 5 Nov 2024)
Guinea-Bissau offers a unique but underdeveloped tourism experience, contributing modestly to its economy. As a relatively unexplored destination, it may appeal to a segment of Angola's 36 million residents seeking new travel experiences.
Guinea Bissau is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Angola. According to the Global Peace Index, Guinea Bissau ranks 83rd out of 160 countries, while Angola ranks 70th. The murder rate in Guinea Bissau is lower at 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Angola's 4.8. In terms of organized crime, Guinea Bissau has a higher risk in several categories. For example, the crime network index is significantly worse in Guinea Bissau (8.0) compared to Angola (5.5). Additionally, state crime and foreign crime indices are also higher in Guinea Bissau. Overall, while Guinea Bissau has a lower murder rate, the higher indices for organized crime suggest that tourists from Angola should exercise caution when visiting.