Gabú: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Gabú is the largest city in eastern Guinea-Bissau, the second most populated city in the country and capital of the Gabú region.

Gabú (town) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityGabú+29°CCloudy · sunset 06:30 PMupdated 11:34 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Exchange rateF CFA 585.95per 1 $XOF — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Bissau≈ 3 hr 20 min Serekunda≈ 3 hr 30 min Sukuta≈ 3 hr 30 min Kissidougou≈ 4 hr

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

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Reconsider travel to Guinea-Bissau due to unrest , inadequate health infrastructure, and landmines . There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Guinea-Bissau. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Consular services are provided by the U.S. embassy in Dakar, Senegal.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Gabú: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Getting there and staying

Visa and practicalities

Safety and health

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