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Equatorial Guinea

Republic of Equatorial Guinea

Civil law (Spanish tradition)Unitary presidential republicIndexed· 2026-08-03
Capital
Malabo
Population
1,700,000
Languages
Spanish, French
Currency
XAF

Equatorial Guinea · Legislation

Legislation and primary sources

Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Equatorial Guinea, and how to confirm it is still in force.

Sources of law, ranked

Fundamental Law
Supreme domestic norm.
OHADA Uniform Acts
Directly applicable commercial law, in French, over Spanish-tradition codes.
CEMAC community law
Regional economic and monetary rules.
Spanish-derived codes
Civil and penal codes on the Spanish model.
Customary law
Recognised in personal status and land matters.

The legislative process

Bills pass the Chamber of Deputies and Senate and are promulgated by the President, who may return a text for reconsideration.

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