French Guiana

The ISO code of French Guiana is GF according to the ISO 3166 standard. The local name of the country is Guyane. French Guiana capital city is Cayenne. People in French Guiana speak the French, and English languages. On 31 July 1667, French Guiana emerged as a sovereign political entity. In the year 07/31/1667, French Guiana emerged as a sovereign political entity.

French Guiana is located in the UTC -03:00 time zone, which is also called French Guiana Time or GFT. The internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for French Guiana is .gf. The International dialing code for French Guiana is 594. People in French Guiana drive on the right side of the road. Total land area of French Guiana is 83,534 km² (approx. 32,253 mi²). French Guiana is not a landlocked country. It means that is is bordered by at least one major body of water.

French Guiana is located in South America. French Guiana is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life.

Doing business in French Guiana

We offer various corporate services in French Guiana jurisdiction. These services can serve both, people coming from French Guiana and foreigners. If you plan on doing business in French Guiana you might be interested in contacting us.

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Demographics of French Guiana

The total population of French Guiana is 289,763 people. In French Guiana, the population density is 2.65 people per square kilometer (7 per square mile). Because of this statistic, this country is considered to be very sparsely. The ethnic diversity is almost uniform according to a fractionalization scale which for French Guiana is 0. French Guiana has approximately 104291 foreign immigrants. The median age is approximately 29.3 years. In French Guiana, 20.5 in every 100 people use internet.

The majority religion of French Guiana is Christianity, French Guiana is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life. Click on a link to read more on demographics of French Guiana.

Culture of French Guiana

People in French Guiana speak the French, and English languages. The first McDonalds in French Guiana was opened on 22 February 2000, and it was located in Cayenne. One of the most popular national dishes of French Guiana is bouillon d'aoura. To read more click on culture of French Guiana.

Geography of French Guiana

French Guiana is considered to be a large nation because of its total area. Its total land area is 83,534 km² (approx. 32,253 mi²). French Guiana is located in South America. Its capital city is Cayenne. French Guiana has 2 neighbouring countries. Its neighbours include Brazil, and Suriname. Total length of land borders of French Guiana is 1205 kilometers (~465 miles).

The highest point of French Guiana is Bellevue de l'Inini, with its official height being 851 m (2,792 ft). Including land mass and EEZ, the total area of French Guiana is approximately 83,534 km² (~32,253 mi²). The most notable natural resources found in French Guiana are gold deposits, petroleum, kaolin, niobium, tantalum, clay.To read more click on geography of French Guiana.

Economy of French Guiana

The currency of the country is euro. The symbol used for this currency is €, and it is abbreviated as EUR. 9.8% of population in the country are unemployed. The total number of unemployed people in French Guiana is 28,397. Each year, French Guiana exports around $0.155 billion and imports roughly $0.155 billion. The Gini Index of the country is 39.97. French Guiana has a government debt of 3.7% of the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as assessed in 2010. French Guiana is considered to be a developing nation. The developmental stage of a nation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, economic prosperity, life expectancy, income equality, and quality of life.

VAT in French Guiana is 0%. To read more click on economy of French Guiana.

Infrastructure of French Guiana

French Guiana has 10 airports nationwide.

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Politics of French Guiana

French Guiana, is a unitary semi-presidential constitutional republic. With regard to political and civil freedoms, French Guiana is 1. Citizens in French Guiana experience total freedom. The majority of countries in which citizens enjoy expansive civil liberties and political freedoms are representative democracies, in which officials are directly elected by citizens to advocate for their needs and desires. Free countries are often bolstered by healthy economies and high-functioning governments. The head of the government is Emmanuel Macron.

According to the World Bank Group, the government effectiveness index of French Guiana is 1.09. This indicates that the government of French Guiana is effective. Citizens enjoy well-organized public and civil services, and government efficiency is high. While some services may be lacking in certain areas, the overall environment fostered by government legislation is favorable.In French Guiana, the legislative power is vested in a Parliament. To read more click on politics of French Guiana.

Environment of French Guiana

French Guiana emits 3.03 metric tons per capita of CO₂. To read more click on environment of French Guiana.

Company formation in French Guiana

The development of telecommunications and economic globalization has made it possible for interested investors to form companies around the world. With proper research, financial investments, and legal backing, business ventures can safely be established in French Guiana.

When establishing a company in French Guiana, an interested investor must do due diligence with regard to legal processes, international regulations, and sufficient investment for success. It is critical to understand cultural, social, and political factors of French Guiana that will affect the establishment and growth of one's business. Contact us or click on company formation in French Guiana to read additional information when setting up a business.

Bank account opening in French Guiana

With the right paperwork and initial outlay, it is possible for a foreign citizen to open a bank account in French Guiana. This opportunity for international accounts and investments offers several advantages based on economic regulations and tax structures. Interest rates and fees vary depending on your interests.

When considering opening a bank account in French Guiana, one must enlist the help of international experts to guide them through the process. To find out more about our banking services click on bank account in French Guiana or contact us.