Bissau Velho
Historical district with colonial architecture.
~2 h Free entry
Entry Requirements
Visa Overview
Visa Required For Most Travelers; Check Embassy.
Passport Validity
6 Months
Digital Forms
Visa application form, Health declaration
Cash Declaration Limit
$10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits
1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes
Safety & Security
Safety Rating
Medium
Travel Advisory
No advice against travel
Pickpocketing Risk
Medium
Night Safety
Caution
Common Scams
- Currency exchange scams
- Taxi overcharging
Health & Medical
Emergency Number
112
Response Speed
Slow
English-Speaking Doctors
Rare
Pharmacy
Limited Hours
Upfront Payment
Required
Getting Around
Public Transport
Poor
Navigation Apps
Google Maps
Night Transport Safety
Caution
Money & Payments
Cash vs Card
Cash Essential
ATM Availability
Medium
Tipping
10% Is Appreciated In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30
Tourist: $80
Family: $200
Culture & Etiquette
Dress Code
Dress Modestly In Religious Sites.
Public Affection
Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy
Strict On Drugs
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion
Essential Phrases
Basics & Politeness
Hello
Olá
Oh-lah
Goodbye
Adeus
Ah-deh-oos
Please
Por favor
Por fah-vor
Thank you
Obrigado
Oh-bree-gah-doo
Sorry
Desculpe
Deh-skool-peh
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Você fala inglês?
Voh-seh fah-lah een-glez?
I don’t understand
Não entendo
Nang en-ten-doo
Can you speak slowly, please?
Pode falar devagar, por favor?
Poh-jee fah-lar deh-vah-gar, por fah-vor?
Can you help me, please?
Você pode me ajudar, por favor?
Voh-seh poh-jee meh ah-zhoo-dar, por fah-vor?
What does this mean?
O que isso significa?
Oh keh ee-soh see-nee-fee-kah?
Top Attractions
Gabu Market
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~1 h Free entry
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Amílcar Cabral Monument
A significant monument dedicated to the independence leader.
~1 h Free entry
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Cacheu River
A scenic river offering boat tours and picturesque views.
~2 h Free entry
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Bolama Island
A beautiful island known for its beaches and nature.
~3 h Free entry
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Bafatá Museum
A local museum showcasing the history and culture of Bafatá.
~1 h ~US$5
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