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Guinea visas

Guinea tourist visa

Visitors can enter without a visa if they qualify for an exemption. Other visitors can get an e-Visa or a visa from a Guinean embassy or consulate.

Ways to get a Guinea tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry

    No visa needed

    Citizens of ECOWAS member states, Algeria, Burkina Faso, Egypt, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, Singapore and Tunisia qualify. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify.

    Stay
    30 days for Singapore citizens. Stay limits for the other listed countries are not stated.
  2. Visa-free entry with a Chinese public-affairs passport

    No visa needed

    Chinese citizens with an ordinary passport marked "for public affairs" qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.

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  3. e-Visa (online visa)

    eVisa

    Citizens of all countries and territories that require a visa can obtain an e-Visa.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days. Canadian and US citizens who obtain an e-Visa can stay for up to 5 years.
    Fee
    $100 for stays of up to 90 days.
    Processing
    Usually 3–4 business days. Delays may occur.
  4. Visa from an embassy or consulate

    Visa needed

    Visitors who need a visa can obtain one from a Guinean embassy or consulate.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa.

Who doesn't

Citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) member states and the other listed visa-exempt countries can visit without a visa. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify.

Good to know

  • A separate tourist visa class is not described.
  • Visa-free stay limits are not stated for most exempt countries.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Guinea?

Visitors who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa. Citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) member states and the other listed visa-exempt countries can visit without a visa. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Guinea?

There are 4 options: Visa-free entry (no visa at all); Visa-free entry with a Chinese public-affairs passport (no visa at all); e-Visa (online visa) (an online visa); Visa from an embassy or consulate (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Guinea without a tourist visa?

Citizens of ECOWAS member states, Algeria, Burkina Faso, Egypt, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, Singapore and Tunisia qualify. Refugees and stateless people living in these countries also qualify. Chinese citizens with an ordinary passport marked "for public affairs" qualify.

Can I apply online for Guinea?

Yes: e-Visa (online visa). Citizens of all countries and territories that require a visa can obtain an e-Visa.

How long can I stay on a Guinea tourist visa?

The standard e-Visa allows stays of up to 90 days. Canadian and US citizens who obtain an e-Visa can stay for up to 5 years.

How much does a Guinea tourist visa cost?

The e-Visa costs $100 for stays of up to 90 days.

How long does a Guinea tourist visa take?

The e-Visa usually takes 3–4 business days. Delays may occur.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Guinea?

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

Can a tourist visa for Guinea 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.

Where do I check the latest Guinea tourist visa rules?

On Guinea's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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