Several of Equatorial Guinea’s gas and oil fields matured in 2013, and the subsequent decline in production, on which the country was highly dependent, pushed the economy into recession.

Equatorial Guinea is composed of a mainland, Rio Muni, and the small islands of Annobon, Corisco, Elobey, and Bioko, where the capital Malabo is located.

Growth was therefore once again negative (estimated at -2.1%) in 2014. Although non-oil and gas activities play a secondary role in the economy, they were somewhat vibrant, especially in the construction sector.

This page summarizes Doing Business 2016 data for Equatorial Guinea. The first section presents the Ease of Doing Business rank (out of 189 economies) and the distance to frontier (DTF)** measure, overall and by topic. 

Published by the Icon Group using vertical analysis or common-sized statements, provides estimates of the financial performance and labor productivity of countries compared to global benchmarks.

Oil has driven high GDP growth rates, but Equatorial Guinea’s overall economic development remains uneven, and poverty is pervasive.

Below is a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Equatorial Guinea.

Company registration, Key Facts, and other essential information necessary regarding corporate taxes.

Listed is a corporate tax guide for Equatorial Guinea.

In Equatorial Guinea, the Personal Income Tax Rate is a tax collected from individuals and is imposed on different sources of income like labor, pensions, interest and dividends.

This summary outlines everything you need to know or consider when thinking about doing business in Equatorial Guinea and dealing with tax issues. 

Below is a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes.

In Equatorial Guinea, the sales tax rate is a tax charged to consumers based on the purchase price of certain goods and services.

To enter Equatorial Guinea, a passport valid for a minimum of six months from the date of entry is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

The Government of Equatorial Guinea’s website states that U.S. citizens are required to fill out two visa application forms, present two passport photos, and provide evidence of their ability to finance their visit.

Bush taxis are the main form of transportation in Equatorial Guinea. It is a type of shared taxi connecting Malabo with other major towns like Riaba and Luba.

Malabo is located on the volcanic island of Bioko and is the capital city of Equatorial Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean, south of Nigeria and west of Cameroon with a population of 185,000.

Telecommunications in Senegal include a number of mobile and network operators.

Senegal 4G Telecommunication services.

Unemployment Rate in Equatorial Guinea increased to 22.30 percent in 2009 from 19.70 percent in 2001.

The employer/employee relationship in Equatorial Guinea is currently the subject of numerous legal rules.

Below is a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Equatorial Guinea.

These data are based on 62 entries in the past 18 months.

To calculate each cities’ Cost of Living Index value, we start by assigning a value of 100 to a central reference city

As a Spanish colony, the area was formerly known as Spanish Guinea. There are two main cultural and ethnic traditions: the Fang, on the mainland, and the Bubi, on the island of Bioko.

Equatorial Guinea has a rich and varied culture; migrations from the 18th century onwards have led to cultural diversity that is reflected in the country’s music, arts and language.

Although large public demonstrations are uncommon, you should avoid large crowds, political rallies, and street demonstrations.

Equatorial Guinea has a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. From June to August, Río Muni is dry and Bioko wet; from December to February, the reverse obtains.

Equatorial Guinea is bordered to the south and east by Gabon, to the north by Cameroon and to the west by the Gulf of Guinea.

Education in Equatorial Guinea is free and compulsory until the age of 14.[1] In 1993, the gross primary enrollment rate was 149.7 percent, and the net primary enrollment rate was 83.4 percent.

Education in Equatorial Guinea, a tiny country in west Africa, is free and compulsory for children from the preschool level through secondary school. 

A complete list of holidays in Equatorial Guinea.

All holidays in Equatorial Guinea.

Wiki — Demographics of Equatorial Guinea including, race, age, and male or female

Demographics for the country of Equatorial Guinea including; age structure, death rate, and median age range.

Import Export regulations for Equatorial Guinea in great detail.

Equatorial Guinea is the 86th largest export economy in the world. In 2014, Equatorial Guinea exported $11.6B and imported $2.2B, resulting in a positive trade balance of $9.4B.

Equatorial Guinea is one of Africa’s smallest countries, composed of a mainland and five islands, the largest of which contains the capital city, Malabo.

Equatorial Guinea’s Working Party was established on 5 February 2008 but has yet to meet.

Housing and Rentals in the country of Equatorial Guinea.

The best housing and apartments in Equatorial Guinea.

Equatorial Guinea is a small country in West Africa, divided into two parts, the mainland and the islands.

Corruption, human rights abuses and political violence are frequently recorded, and despite huge oil wealth little has trickled down to the people, where real poverty still exists.