UEMOA · CFA franc (XOF)
Legal and tax counsel in Guinea-Bissau
The only Lusophone state in the UEMOA zone, Guinea-Bissau combines OHADA law with the Portuguese legal tradition. We support cashew, fisheries and telecoms operators there with bilingual correspondents.
Key markers
Doing business in Guinea-Bissau
| Capital / business centre | Bissau / Bissau |
|---|---|
| Monetary zone | UEMOA — CFA franc (XOF) |
| Corporate income tax | 25% |
| VAT | 19% (IVA) |
| Key sectors | cashew, fisheries, telecoms, trade |
| Regulators and administrations | DGCI, ARN, BCEAO |
| Mobile money | Orange Money, MTN MoMo |
Current issues
What our clients ask us about
- Transition from the IGV to VAT (IVA) and adaptation of invoicing systems.
- Regulation of cashew-nut exports.
- Application of the OHADA Uniform Acts in their Portuguese version.
Our practice areas in this country
FAQ
Frequently asked questions — Guinea-Bissau
Is OHADA law available in Portuguese?
Yes; the Uniform Acts are published in the official languages of the Organisation, including Portuguese.
How are cashew exports taxed?
Specific export levies apply in addition to ordinary taxation; they are set each season.
Contact — Guinea-Bissau
Served from Abidjan with a local correspondent in Bissau.
Frequent searches: legal counsel Guinea-Bissau, Bissau taxation, Lusophone OHADA.
Recherches fréquentes (Guinée-Bissau) : conseil juridique Guinée-Bissau, fiscalité à Bissau, OHADA lusophone.
A project in Guinea-Bissau?
Describe your matter in two minutes. A partner — not an intake team — responds within 24 hours.