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Gabon visas

Gabon e-visa

Apply online before travel. This visa can only be used when arriving at Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

Ways to get a Gabon e-visa

  1. Single-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of countries that require a visa, arriving through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville, subject to admission restrictions.

    Stay
    One to three months.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    EUR 70 or XAF 45,000, plus EUR 15 processing fee.
    Processing
    72 hours after applying.
    1. Apply online for an e-Visa.
    2. Allow 72 hours for it to be issued.
    3. Arrive through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.
  2. Multiple-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of countries that require a visa, arriving through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville, subject to admission restrictions.

    Stay
    Six months.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    EUR 185 or XAF 120,000, plus EUR 15 processing fee.
    Processing
    72 hours after applying.
    1. Apply online for an e-Visa.
    2. Allow 72 hours for it to be issued.
    3. Arrive through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

Who needs it

Visitors who need a visa and choose the online application route.

Who doesn't

Citizens who qualify for visa-free entry do not need an e-Visa for visits within their permitted stay.

How to apply

  1. Apply online for an e-Visa.
  2. Allow 72 hours for the visa to be issued.
  3. Arrive through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

Good to know

  • Arrive through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.
  • Citizens of Lebanon also need an Authorisation to enter Gabon.
  • Visa issuance for United States citizens was suspended on 1 January 2026.
  • The online visa programme was introduced on 15 June 2015.
  • EUR means euros. XAF means Central African CFA francs.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Gabon?

Visitors who need a visa and choose the online application route. Citizens who qualify for visa-free entry do not need an e-Visa for visits within their permitted stay.

What are the ways to get a e-visa for Gabon?

There are 2 options: Single-entry e-Visa (an online visa); Multiple-entry e-Visa (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Gabon?

Yes: Single-entry e-Visa and Multiple-entry e-Visa. Citizens of countries that require a visa, arriving through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville, subject to admission restrictions.

How long can I stay on a Gabon e-visa?

One to three months for one entry, or six months for multiple entries.

How much does a Gabon e-visa cost?

One to three months: EUR 70 or XAF 45,000, plus EUR 15 processing fee. Six months: EUR 185 or XAF 120,000, plus EUR 15 processing fee.

How long does a Gabon e-visa take?

72 hours after applying.

How do I apply for a Gabon e-visa?

1. 1. Apply online for an e-Visa. 2. 2. Allow 72 hours for the visa to be issued. 3. 3. Arrive through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

What rules do I have to follow on a Gabon e-visa?

Arrive through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville. Citizens of Lebanon also need an Authorisation to enter Gabon. Visa issuance for United States citizens was suspended on 1 January 2026.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Gabon?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Gabon visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Gabon be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

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