Visitor & short-stay visas
Vincentian Entry Visa
The advance visa required for nationals of a defined list of countries, who must obtain it before travelling rather than being admitted on arrival.
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Some third-party sources quote an entry visa fee of EC$200, but this fee is not confirmed on the official Ministry of National Security page reviewed; treat the fee as unverified.
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 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Entry Visa
- Route type
- Advance entry visa (for listed nationalities)
- Issuing authority
- Ministry of National Security, Kingstown
Who it is for
- Nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, China, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Nigeria and Syria
Requirements
- Completed Entry Visa Application Form
- Colour copy of the passport bio-page
- Passport-sized photograph (2" x 2", taken within 6 months)
- Sponsor letter
- Valid police certificate of character
- Financial statement (applicant and/or sponsor)
- Hotel/accommodation booking, charter agreement and travel itinerary where applicable
How to apply
- Obtain the Entry Visa Application Form from the Ministry of National Security
- Submit the form with supporting documents to the Ministry of National Security, Melville Street, Kingstown
- Apply before travelling to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
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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