Guinea
West Africa · Africa
Population
14.75M
GDP (Nominal)
$24.23B
Capital City
Conakry
Currency
GNF (Guinean Franc)
Avg Salary
$225/mo
Region
West Africa
Livability Index 2026
45/100
Cost of Living
3/100
Avg Salary
39.9/100
Safety
35/100
Healthcare
30/100
Education
38/100
Overall Livability
Institutional Summary
Guinea is a West African nation known for its immense mineral wealth, particularly bauxite. Despite these riches, the country struggles with severe underdevelopment, political instability, and poverty.
Cost of Living
Monthly Rent (1BR)$300
Monthly Groceries$200
Monthly Transport$20
Utilities & Internet$90
Estimated Total Monthly
$610 /person
AI Algorithm Summary
Major Strengths
- • Stable regional presence
Algorithmic Red Flags
- • Significant safety and crime concerns (Score: 39.9)
Economic Performance
📊 GrowingGDP Per Capita
$1,642
Inflation Rate
5.1%
Unemployment
5.2%
5-Year GDP Trend
Migration & Visa
e-Visa (Short-term tourism/business)
Long-term Visa (VLS)
Work Permit (AGUIPE)
Visa Difficulty
6/10
PR Eligibility
Permanent residency is complex and generally reserved for those with deep local ties or massive investments
Employment Landscape
Avg Monthly Salary
$225
Trending
Top Performing Industries
Mining (Bauxite, Gold, Diamonds)
Agriculture
Energy
Social Indicators
Life Expectancy
61.6 Yrs
Literacy Rate
39%
Top Universities (QS Rank)
Université Kofi Annan de Guinée (UNIKAG)#
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