Guinea-Bissau in Switzerland

Accredited from abroad

Guinea-Bissau has no resident mission in Switzerland. It is covered by:

• Embassy of Guinea-Bissau in Brussels, Belgium

Frequently asked questions

How attractive is Guinea Bissau as a destination for visitors from Switzerland?

Guinea-Bissau offers a unique and relatively unexplored tourism experience, which may appeal to a segment of the 6.1 million Swiss travelers who venture abroad annually. While tourism plays a modest role in the country's economy and remains low on the global tourism radar, it could attract adventurous Swiss visitors seeking off-the-beaten-path destinations.

Please answer the following question: How safe is Guinea Bissau for tourists coming from Switzerland?

Guinea Bissau presents a different safety landscape compared to Switzerland for tourists. While Switzerland ranks 6th in the Global Peace Index and has a low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, Guinea Bissau is ranked 83rd and has a higher murder rate of 1.1. In terms of organized crime, Switzerland scores significantly better across various categories, with lower indices indicating less crime activity. For example, Switzerland has a mafia group index of 4.5, while Guinea Bissau scores 1.0, indicating a more severe organized crime presence there. Overall, while tourists can visit Guinea Bissau, they should exercise caution and be aware of the higher crime rates and safety concerns compared to Switzerland.