Embassy of Guinea-Bissau in Abuja, Nigeria
- Address: Calle Hoschtetter 605, depto. 203, Abuja
- Phone: +23473883850
- Fax: +23473883851
Head of mission: Jan Kaare Tapper, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Guinea-Bissau in Nigeria
Embassy of Guinea-Bissau in Abuja, Nigeria; address Calle Hoschtetter 605, depto. 203, Abuja; phone +23473883850. Head of mission: Jan Kaare Tapper. Plus 1…
Consulate of Guinea-Bissau in Lagos, Nigeria
- Address: Plot 146 Sinari Daranijo Street; Victoria Island, Lagos
- Phone: +23417410425, +2348023207474
- Email: gbissauconsul@portplus.org, info@guinea.com
Head of mission: Immanuel Emoefe, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Guinea Bissau as a destination for visitors from Nigeria?
Guinea-Bissau offers a unique but underdeveloped tourism experience along the West African coast. As an emerging destination, it contributes modestly to the local economy and remains largely off the global tourism radar. However, it may appeal to a segment of Nigeria's 219 million population seeking less conventional travel experiences.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Guinea Bissau for tourists coming from Nigeria?
Guinea Bissau is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Nigeria. According to the Global Peace Index, Guinea Bissau ranks 83rd out of 160 countries, while Nigeria ranks 144th. The murder rate in Guinea Bissau is significantly lower at 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Nigeria's 22.0. In terms of organized crime, Guinea Bissau scores better in several categories. For instance, the mafia group index is 1.0 for Guinea Bissau versus 5.5 for Nigeria, and the human smuggling index is 2.5 for Guinea Bissau compared to 6.0 for Nigeria. However, some areas, such as state crime and crime networks, show Guinea Bissau with higher scores than Nigeria, indicating challenges in those aspects. Overall, while both countries have safety concerns, Guinea Bissau presents a relatively safer environment for tourists from Nigeria.