Currency and cash
The currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF). The economy is cash-based: exchange money only at banks and bring enough cash.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: Equatorial Guinea
Cards and withdrawals
Cards are in theory accepted in Malabo (banks, airport, some chains, upmarket hotels), but technical problems often prevent their use. ATMs are few, in Malabo and Bata.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Equatorial Guinea, useful informationGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: Equatorial Guinea
Sources for this guide
- Government of Canada, Travel advice: Equatorial Guinea · Source updated: September 8, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Equatorial Guinea, useful information · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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