Guinea-Bissau: Trade freedom

The latest value from 2026 is 47 points, a decline from 51 points in 2025. In comparison, the world average is 70 points, based on data from 175 countries. Historically, the average for Guinea-Bissau from 1999 to 2026 is 56 points. The minimum value, 29 points, was reached in 1999 while the maximum of 67 points was recorded in 2009. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

The Trade Freedom index for Guinea-Bissau measures the absence of tariffs and other barriers that affect the international trade of goods and services.

Definition: The Trade freedom index is based on two indicators: the trade-weighted average tariff rate and non-tariff barriers (including quantity, price, regulatory, customs and investment restrictions, and direct government intervention).