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Bissau-Guinean Visa on arrival

Issued at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau to eligible travellers who have not obtained a visa in advance.

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Eligible nationalities, maximum stay and the fee are drawn from general guidance and must be confirmed with the Migration Office or a Bissau-Guinean mission.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Guinea-Bissau government website before you apply.
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Official name
Visa on arrival
Route type
On-arrival entry visa
Where issued
Osvaldo Vieira International Airport, Bissau
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
To be confirmed with the Migration Office
Where to apply
On arrival at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport, Bissau
Yellow fever certificate
Required for entry
Passport validity
At least 6 months beyond arrival
Cost
Payable at the border in CFA francs, euros or US dollars
Exact fee not confirmed on an official government source

Who it is for

  • Eligible travellers arriving without a pre-issued visa
  • Short-stay visitors for tourism or business

Requirements

  • Valid passport
  • Yellow-fever vaccination certificate
  • Proof of accommodation and onward or return travel
  • Fee payable in cash (CFA francs, euros or US dollars)

How to apply

Present your passport and supporting documents to the Migration Office at the airport on arrival and pay the visa fee. Availability may vary by nationality and by port of entry, so confirm eligibility before travelling.

Documents you may need

  • Passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Passport photographs
  • Proof of accommodation and onward/return travel
  • Visa fee in cash (CFA francs, euros or US dollars)

Frequently asked questions

  • At the immigration desk inside Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau, before you pass through border control. Have your passport, yellow fever certificate and the fee ready.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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