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French Guiana

French Guiana
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Capital
Cayenne
Languages
French and many indigenous languages
Population
220,000
Int. dial code
+594
Visa
Time zone
GMT-3
Voltage
110 V or 230 V depending on location
Currency
Euro EUR. ATMs are widespread and accept most credit and debit cards. Travellers cheques can be easily exchanged in most banks.