Gabon visa requirements for Congoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Gabonese Visa is not required for Congoleses

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Congo passport holders visiting Gabon must first apply for an E-visa.
  • This online pre-visa can be granted by the Gabon consulate in the applicant's home country.
  • This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90 days within one year. 
  • Congo passport holders are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure from Gabon.
  • Congo passport holders must have a return/onward ticket, and must also provide proof of hotel accommodation.
  • Congolese visiting Gabon can extend their stay for another 90 days at the immigration office. 
  • Congolese visiting Gabon with pets must have a certificate of vaccination and must obtain an import license from the embassy or high commission. 
  •  Congolese visiting Gabon must check for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines.
  • Direct flights are available from the Maya Maya International Airport Brazzaville, Congo to Libreville, Gabon. The estimated flight time is between 1 - 2 hours.
  • Major religions practiced in Gabon include Christianity (Roman Catholicism and Protestantism), Islam, and traditional indigenous religious beliefs. Many people practice elements of both Christianity and traditional indigenous religious beliefs.
  • Because the time zone currently used in Gabon is the West Africa Standard Time (GMT+1), there is no time difference between Gabon and Congo.
  • Getting around Gabon is possible through various public means of transportation including Domestic Flights, Buses, Taxis, Mini-Buses, Trains.
  • In Gabon the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Gabon has a moist, hot climate typical of tropical regions. The hottest month is January, with an average high at Libreville of 31° C (88° F ) and an average low of 23° C (73° F ). Average July temperatures in the capital range between 20° and 28° C (68° and 82° F ).
  • The best time to visit Gabon is during the drier season of May to September, with June, July, and August being the driest months, although 'dry' is relative here – Gabon experiences around 2.5m of rainfall a year.
  • Although French is the official and most widely spoken language in Gabon, other African languages including Fang, Eshira, Bapounou, Miene and Bateke are also commonly spoken.
  • Visitors might want to pick up some basic French, Fang, Eshira, Bapounou, Miene and Bateke phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
  • Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.
  • Visitors are advised to be careful when carrying out monetary transactions in Gabon, from currency changes to relatively expensive purchases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gabon known for?

Gabon is now noted for its efforts to preserve the natural environment. In 2002, President Omar Bongo Ondimba designated roughly 10% of the nation's territory to be part of its national park system (with 13 parks in total), one of the largest proportions of natural parkland in the world.

What is the culture of Gabon?

Gabon's history is similar to that of other former French colonies in Africa. The culture is highly influenced, not only by its ethnic background and proximity to other West African nations but also by French control. Dance, song, myths, and poetry are important elements of Gabonese life.

Is it safe to travel to Gabon?

Gabon is, overall, not that safe to visit. If you decide to go to Gabon, you should be aware that crime, poor road conditions, interruptions to power, and poor water quality are just some of the things tourists will have a problem with.

How many tribes are there in Gabon?

Almost all Gabonese are of Bantu origin. Gabon has at least 40 ethnic groups, with separate languages and cultures. The largest ethnicity is Fang (about 30%). Other ethnic groups include the Nzebi, Myene, Bandjabi, Eshira, Bapounou, Bateke/Obamba, and Bakota.

Is Gabon a developed country?

Gabon is not a developed nation yet. It is classified as an upper-middle-income country by the world bank. It is, however, the most urbanized country in Africa, with a high literacy rate and a fair HDI (Human Development Index) with free healthcare and free education.