The flag of French Guiana divides diagonally with green in the upper fly and yellow in the lower hoist and bears a red five-pointed star in the center.

French Guiana

Guiana

French Guiana (officially Guiana) is a country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 292,354 people, it ranks #184 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 83,534 km² (#117 globally), with a population density of 3 people per km². The capital city is Cayenne. The official language is French.

Key Facts

Population

292,354

#184 world ranking

Area

83,534 km²

#117 world ranking

Population Density

3/km²

Capital

Cayenne

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC-03:00

Continent

South America

Bordering Countries

2

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of French Guiana?
The capital of French Guiana is Cayenne.
What is the population of French Guiana?
French Guiana has a population of 292,354 people, ranking #184 in the world by population.
How big is French Guiana?
French Guiana covers an area of 83,534 km², ranking #117 in the world by area. The population density is 3 people per km².
What languages are spoken in French Guiana?
The official languages of French Guiana are: French.
What is the currency of French Guiana?
The currency of French Guiana is euro (€).
What countries border French Guiana?
French Guiana shares borders with 2 countries: Brazil, Suriname.

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