Can I get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau?

A visa on arrival is possible at international airports, but it usually needs an advance authorisation letter, so applying online first is simpler.

Do I need a yellow-fever certificate?

Yes. Proof of yellow-fever vaccination is mandatory for all travellers to Guinea-Bissau.

What documents do I need for Guinea-Bissau?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a yellow-fever certificate, a confirmed return ticket and proof of accommodation. We review each document before submitting.

How long can I stay in Guinea-Bissau?

Visitors are generally granted up to 90 days, extendable at the Migration Office in Bissau.

Do you need a Guinea-Bissau visa?

Planning a trip to Guinea-Bissau? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Guinea-Bissau Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 5 days. Most international travellers need a Guinea-Bissau Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Guinea-Bissau visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Guinea-Bissau visa online?

Applying for a Guinea-Bissau Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Guinea-Bissau immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Guinea-Bissau eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Guinea-Bissau visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Guinea-Bissau visa cost?

A Guinea-Bissau Tourist eVisa costs $85 through VisitsVisa. The $85 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Guinea-Bissau visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Guinea-Bissau visa processing take?

Standard Guinea-Bissau visa processing usually takes 5 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Guinea-Bissau eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Guinea-Bissau visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Guinea-Bissau Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 90 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Guinea-Bissau applications are refused.

Guinea-Bissau Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

Guinea-Bissau Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 90 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodVisa-free, eVisa, mission or VOA

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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How Guinea-Bissau eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Guinea-Bissau Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

ECOWAS members enter Guinea-Bissau visa-free for up to 90 days. All other nationals need a visa, available as an eVisa, from a diplomatic mission, or as a visa on arrival that usually requires an advance authorisation letter. A yellow-fever certificate is required for all.

Eligible nationalities

204 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

ECOWAS members are visa-free for 90 days; everyone else needs a visa. Check your nationality page for details.

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Guinea-Bissau visa portal
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Guinea-Bissau Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
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IATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

Next reviewOctober 2026

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