Guinea
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 15.1 million people live in Guinea, on 245,857 km². The capital is Conakry.
- Capital
- Conakry
- Population
- 15,099,727
- Area
- 245,857 km²
- Official languages
- French and languages of Guinea
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Guinea?
Sockets take plug type C/F/K, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Guinea?
Call 117 for the police, 18 for an ambulance and 18 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Guinea?
Round up, or leave small change.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Guinea?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Guinea?
Prices are in Guinean Franc (GNF).
What language do they speak in Guinea?
Official languages: French and languages of Guinea.
How do I call a number in Guinea from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +224.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
