Equatorial Guinea visa requirements for Ethiopians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ethiopians visiting Equatorial Guinea

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Equatorial Guinean Visa.

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Two recently taken passport-size photographs (35x45mm), both taken within the last three months with a white background.
  • A valid Ethiopian passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the date you plan to leave Equatorial Guinea.
  • A round trip reservation or itinerary that must include entry and exit dates as well as flight numbers.
  • Proof of financial means. Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself financially throughout your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will be accommodated throughout your stay in Equatorial Guinea.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to country of origin.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever.
  • Proof of paid visa fee.

Equatorial Guinea Visa for Ethiopians

Facts about Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea is known for its colonial architecture, volcanic view, fishing villages, beaches, and rainforests. The rainforests house endangered primates, various species of birds, and sea turtles. Tourists can visit the beaches in the country to relax and engage in activities of their choice.
 
Thousands of tourists’ troop into Equatorial Guinea each year to spend time on the isolated beaches in the country. As more people discover the country as a tourist destination, the number of visits to the country is bound to increase.
 
Foreigners are not allowed to take photographs of the presidential palace, ports, airports, and military installations. Doing this could land you in prison. Avoid being caught up in drug-related offenses, severe sentences are handed out to those caught in the use and possession of drugs.

Types of Equatorial Guinea Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 4-7 days 30 days
Business visa 4-7 days 30 days
Transit visa 4-7 days 24 hours

General Requirements for Equatorial Guinea Visa

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Two recently taken passport-size photographs (35x45mm), both taken within the last three months with a white background.
  • A valid Ethiopian passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the date you plan to leave Equatorial Guinea.
  • A round trip reservation or itinerary that must include entry and exit dates as well as flight numbers.
  • Proof of financial means. Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself financially throughout your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will be accommodated throughout your stay in Equatorial Guinea.
  • Copy of return flight ticket to country of origin.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever.
  • Proof of paid visa fee.
Equatorial Guinea Tourist visa Equatorial Guinea Business visa Equatorial Guinea Transit visa

Equatorial Guinea Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ethiopians aiming to visit Equatorial Guinea for tourism, sightseeing or other leisure activities are eligible to apply for a tourist visa.
  • The tourist visa also permits its holder to visit friends and relatives residing in Equatorial Guinea.
  • A letter of introduction from your host in Equatorial Guinea stating the relationship between you and your host should be submitted.
  • If you are a tourist, you must submit a cover letter stating the purpose of your visit, places you intend to visit while in Equatorial Guinea and how long you intend to stay in the country.
  • The tourist visa also allows its holder to attend social and cultural events, as well as festivals, in Equatorial Guinea.
  • Proof of sufficient funds could be in the form of your bank account statements of the latest 3 months showing $2,000 in your account or a letter of sponsorship if someone else will be sponsoring your trip to Equatorial Guinea.
  • As proof that you intend to leave Equatorial Guinea once your visa expires, you are required to tender a copy of a roundtrip ticket to your country of origin, showing entry and exit dates to/from Equatorial Guinea as well as the flight numbers.
  • You must provide proof of private or hotel accommodation for the entire duration of your stay in the country.
  • Your Ethiopian passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date you intend to leave Equatorial Guinea.
  • You are required to fill a visa application form and sign it before submission.
  • If you are employed, you must submit proof of your employment in the form of your employment contract, bank account statements of the latest three months and Income Tax Return. You must also provide a leave letter signed by your employer, excusing you from work for the entire duration you intend to stay in Equatorial Guinea.
  • Minors should provide the original copy of their birth certificate. If they are travelling with one parent, a document of consent allowing the child to travel with one parent, signed by the other parent, must be presented.
  • You are not permitted to take up paid or unpaid employment while in Equatorial Guinea on a tourist visa.
  • A copy of an international certificate of vaccination for yellow fever is required for your visa application.
  • You are also required to submit a police report showing no serious criminal record or a Certificate of Good Conduct from the local police in your country.

Equatorial Guinea Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The business visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel to Equatorial Guinea for business purposes.
  • The business visa permits its holder to attended business meetings, trade fairs and take part in conferences in Equatorial Guinea. If you are attending a conference in Equatorial Guinea, you should register for the conference before leaving Ethiopia and present proof of registration.
  • You are required to submit two passport-size photographs with your fully completed visa application form.
  • The passport used for your visa application must contain at least two blank pages and have a validity of not less than three months beyond the date you intend to leave Equatorial Guinea.
  • You are also required to obtain a letter of invitation from the partner company/organisation in Equatorial Guinea. This letter must state the purpose of your visit and who will take care of all your expenses (your company or the partner company) while in Equatorial Guinea.
  • The business visa permits its holder to sign contracts with their partners in Equatorial Guinea but does not allow you to get paid for work in the country.
  • A business letter, written on your company's letterhead, stating awareness and allowance of leave, as well as your position, salary, and date of return to work, should also be obtained from your employer.
  • If there have been previous trade relations between your company and the company in Equatorial Guinea, you are required to provide proof of this.
  • As proof that you intend to return to your country of origin, you must provide a roundtrip flight ticket showing entry and exit dates.
  • You are also required to provide proof of payment of the visa fee.

Equatorial Guinea Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ethiopians who intend to travel through Equatorial Guinea to a third country need to apply for an Equatorial Guinea transit visa.
  • You are required to have an onward ticket to your destination before applying for the Equatorial Guinea transit visa.
  • You must also have a visa and other entry permits of your destination country.
  • You are required to fill the visa application form accurately and send 2 passport-size photographs along with the form.
  • The Equatorial Guinea transit visa cannot be extended.
  • If travelling with minors, they are required to present their original birth certificate.
  • An international certificate of vaccination for yellow fever is also required from each applicant.
  • Ethiopians who will be joining a crew ship in Equatorial Guinea are eligible for the transit visa.

Equatorial Guinea Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Transit visa

160.00 (USD)

Equatorial Guinea Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ethiopia

Location

Address

Addis Ababa

Bole Sub City, K-03, House No. 2162, P.O. Box 246, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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embarge@gmail.com

(+251) 116 51 26 59; (+251) 116 62 62 78; (+251) 116 63 74 24

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Equatorial Guinea?

Yes, Equatorial Guinea is generally a safe place to visit. However, visitors should note that there are reported instances of petty crimes in the streets so they should be cautious and take care of their properties.

What are some fun places to visit in Equatorial Guinea?

Equatorial Guinea has several tourist spots that foreigners visit every year. Some of the most popular places include Catedrál de Santa Isabel, Monte Temelón Natural Reserve, Arena Blanca and Malabo National Park as well as a number of other places in Malabo, the country's capital.

What is the official language in Equatorial Guinea?

The official languages in Equatorial Guinea are Spanish, French and Portuguese. However, Spanish is the most spoken language and also solely used in education and administration owing to the fact that the country was a Spanish colony until 1968.

What currency is spent in Equatorial Guinea?

The official currency of Equatorial Guinea is the Central African franc. You should not expect to find places where the Ethiopian birr will be accepted for payment of any sort in Equatorial Guinea. Foreign currencies can, however, be converted in any bank in Equatorial Guinea.