Guinea-Bissau map and facts

Republic of Guinea-Bissau · Western Africa, Africa. Capital: Bissau.

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Guinea-Bissau in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital

Guinea-Bissau in context

Guinea-Bissau is home to about 1.8 million people, 0.02% of the world's population, on 36,125 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 2 countries: Guinea, Senegal.

Closest in size in Africa: compare Guinea-Bissau and Lesotho. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.

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Guinea-Bissau FAQ

What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?

The capital of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau.

What is the population of Guinea-Bissau?

About 1.8 million people (1,781,308), which ranks 149th of 197 countries.

How big is Guinea-Bissau?

Guinea-Bissau covers 36,125 km² (13,948 sq mi), the 135th-largest country by area.

What continent is Guinea-Bissau in?

Guinea-Bissau is in Africa, in the Western Africa subregion.

What countries border Guinea-Bissau?

Guinea-Bissau borders 2 countries: Guinea, Senegal.

What language is spoken in Guinea-Bissau?

Official or national languages: Portuguese, Upper Guinea Creole.

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