Residence & citizenship
Guinean Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
The residence card that allows foreign nationals holding a long-stay visa to live in Guinea.
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The residence-permit validity period, renewal terms and fees are not detailed on the official pages reviewed and must be verified with DCPAF before publishing.
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 government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
- Route type
- Residence
- Prerequisite
- A valid long-stay visa (VLS) affixed to the passport
- Where to apply
- Direction Nationale de l'Immigration, Conakry
- When to apply
- Before your current visa/entry period expires
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals who intend to remain in Guinea beyond three months
- Holders of a long-stay visa (work, study, family or other long-term purpose)
Requirements
- A valid long-stay visa (VLS) already affixed to the passport
- Passport valid for at least six months
- Supporting documents for the residence category (employment, study, family, etc.)
How to apply
- Obtain and enter Guinea on a long-stay visa (VLS)
- Apply to the DCPAF for the residence permit (carte de séjour) after arrival
Frequently asked questions
If you intend to stay in Guinea beyond your authorised short-stay/visa period, you must apply for a residence permit at the Direction Nationale de l'Immigration in Conakry before that period expires. A long-stay visa must first be on your passport.
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.