Guinea’s mineral wealth makes it potentially one of Africa’s richest countries, but its people are among the poorest in West Africa.

Guinea is richly endowed with minerals, possessing an estimated quarter of the world’s proven reserves of bauxite,[1] more than 1.8 billion metric tons  of high-grade iron ore, significant diamond and gold deposits, and undetermined quantities of uranium.

The government is working to create an economy to attract foreign investment and hopes to have greater participation from western countries/firms in Guinea’s economic development. Although much progress has been made, there is still much that needs to be done in order to reduce poverty and provide basic services 

According to a World Bank report, “Doing Business 2015,” Guinea-Bissau’s business climate as measured across multiple indicators – e.g, getting credit, obtaining licenses, even basics like securing real estate and electricity – is improving. The currency is stable. Starting a business is easier. Investor protections have improved and in fact Guinea-Bissau ranks first among its peers in protecting minority investors and company directors.

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Guinea.

Business guidance from the US Embassy in Guinea

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Guinea.

Business guidance from the US Embassy in Guinea

The Corporate Tax Rate in Guinea stands at 35 percent.

This World Bank site provides a table of corporate tax obligations in Guinea

The Sales Tax Rate in Guinea stands at 18 percent.

A valid passport and business visa are required for travel to Guinea.

Guinea visa information: detailed guidelines on how to read and interpret Guinean visa, including graphical sample.

Tips on getting to and getting around Guinea from real travelers and locals.

Domestic air services are intermittent. Most vehicles in Guinea are 20+ years old, and cabs are any four-door vehicle which the owner has designated as being for hire.

The people of Guinea are among the poorest in West Africa[1] and this reality is reflected in the development of the country’s telecommunications environment. Radio is the most important source of information for the public in Guinea, and the only one to reach the entire country.

SMART TELECOM GUINEA, a subsidiary of Glocall Telecoms LLC,  was formed (2014) with the sole purpose of enabling cost effective broadband and ICT solution in the West African country

A guide to law issues from the US Library of Congress

A guide to law issues from the US Library of Congress

Latest travel advice from the UK government for Guinea including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health

Climate Graphs ϟ & Analysis of Average Temperatures, Rainfall, Wet & Frosty Days, Sunlight Hours, Windspeed & Humidity.

Cost of living comparisons in more than 1,600 cities all over the world.

When it comes to travelling Guinea is one of the cheapest possible options worldwide.

Guinea is a country with sometimes conflicting customs. It’s a republic in which the president is elected by the people, emphasizing a sense of equality among individuals. With more than 24 ethnic groups making up the population of Guinea, it’s considered a rural country but you’ll find some rather urban customs taking precedence in business situations. – See more at: http://afkinsider.com/65837/10-tips-business-etiquette-in-guinea/#sthash.zQNKhG08.dpuf

This guide (for sale) will benefit anyone planning to do business with or travel to Guinea

The coastal region and much of the inland area have a tropical climate with a long rainy season of six months, a relatively high and uniform annual temperature, and high humidity.

This article is about the demographic features of the population of Guinea, including population density, ethnicity, education level, health of the populace, economic status, religious affiliations and other aspects of the population.

Facts and statistics on the population of Guinea

There are approximately ten nationally recognized public holidays celebrated in the Republic of Guinea, a country in West Africa. 

Safety advice from the Peace Corp directed to Peace Corp volunteers but has good information for travelers to Guinea

Education system of the country of Guinea before it became an independent country was patterned on that of France. All schools were nationalized in 1961. French remains the language of instruction, apparently as an interim measure 

Full list of Guinea public and bank holidays.

Guinea Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

Customs information for travelers to Guinea

This site provides key information on Guinea’s participation in the WTO. Guinea has been a member of WTO since 25 October 1995 and  a member of GATT since 8 December 1994.

Guinea is the 124th largest export economy in the world and the 133rd most complex economy according to the Economic Complexity Index (ECI)

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Find 346 traveler reviews, candid photos, and prices for 10hotels in Guinea.

Expert Guinea travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Guinea. 

Rarely visited by travellers, Guinea is one of West Africa’s hidden surprises.