Guinea Bissau visa requirements for Cape Verdians

Travel and visa requirements

Guinea-Bissauan Visa is not required for Cape Verdians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Cape Verde citizens visiting Guinea-Bissau are not required to obtain a visa and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
  • They are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 90 days from the date of arrival.
  • The passports should have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
  • Electronic visa is also available for Cape Verde passport holders.
  • Visas can be obtained from the Guinea Bissau International Airport.
  • Visitors are required to possess a letter of Authorization from the Migration Office of Guinea Bissau.
  • Visitors with pets are expected to obtain a veterinarian certificate.
  • There are no restrictions on possessing  foreign currencies at entry or exit.
  • Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
  • Evidence of adequate funds as well as onward/return tickets is required from visitors. 
  • Guinea-Bissau uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) which places Guinea-Bissau 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
  • The estimated flight time from Praia, Cape Verde to Guinea-Bissau is 1 hour, 43 minutes.
  • Transport in Guinea-Bissau is made easy by water, the road transport system is secondary because there are few paved and there are no train services in the country.
  • The power plugs and sockets in the country are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Guinea-Bissau adopts the use of West African CFA franc as its official currency .
  • The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese. However, because the country is surrounded by French speaking countries, French is widely taught in schools.
  • The cuisines in Guinea Bissau are African in nature with a blend of Portuguese influence.
  • Due to the fact that the country is rich in fish, most Guineans eat rice and fish.
  • The climate in Guinea Bissau is a tropical. The rainy season lasts from June to November while the dry season runs from December to May.
  • The country is known for national parks and wildlife.
  • The most famous tourist attraction in Guinea Bissau is the Orange Islands National Park.The park is not just for for terrestrial animals, it also serves as a marine park.
  • Guinea Bissau is the only Portuguese-speaking country having a Muslim majority. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% adhere to the traditional African beliefs.
  • The country is the world's sixth largest producer of cashews.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Guinea Bissau?

Guinea-Bissau is a relatively safe country to explore but visitors are advised to be very careful of their actions and dealings while visiting.

What is the difference between Guinea Bissau, Guinea and Equatorial Guinea?

The differences in all three countries are in the official national languages adopted by these countries. While Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese, Guinea or Guinea Conakry is French and Equatorial Guinea is French.

Can I extend my stay in Guinea-Bissau?

Yes. You can lodge the application for a new visa before the expiry of stay or tourist permit at the Immigration Department of Guinea-Bissau.

What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?

Bissau is the capital city of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau. Bissau is located on the Geba River estuary, off the Atlantic Ocean. It is Guinea-Bissau's largest city and its administrative and military center.