Work visas
Guinean Long-Stay Visa (VLS) - Employment
The long-stay visa required by foreign nationals coming to Guinea to work under an employment contract.
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The USD 500 fee and 1-year validity are from paf.gov.gn/visa. The exact interaction between the VLS and a separate work permit issued by the labour ministry is not fully detailed on official pages and should be verified 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
- Long-Stay Visa (Visa de Long Séjour / VLS)
- Route type
- Long-stay / work
- Validity
- 1 year from date of issuance
- Per paf.gov.gn/visa
- Fee
- USD 500
- Long-term visa fee stated on paf.gov.gn/visa; confirm on the portal
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals coming to Guinea to work under an employment contract or professional authorisation
- Any foreign national intending to stay in Guinea for more than three months
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least six months
- Employment contract or professional authorisation
- Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Repatriation / return guarantee
- Supporting documents required by the labour and immigration authorities
What you can do
- Reside in Guinea for the validity of the visa to carry out authorised employment
- Apply for a residence permit (carte de séjour) once the long-stay visa is affixed
How to apply
- Apply through the PAF Guinée channels for the long-stay (VLS) category
- Provide the employment contract and repatriation guarantee
- Complete residence and work-authorisation formalities after entry
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.