How to get a Swaziland visa from Gabon
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Gabonese passport holders travelling to Swaziland.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Swaziland.
Business visa
Processing time2 working days
Validity30 days
Fee (approx.)$10
Tourist visa
Processing time2 working days
Validity30 days
Fee (approx.)$10
Application requirements
Documents Gabonese applicants need to provide.
- Gabon Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting Swaziland.
- The passport should have at least two blank pages for the Swaziland visa stamp.
- Duly completely and signed visa application form signed by the applicant is required.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage.
- The insurance should be valid for the duration of the stay in Swaziland.
- Proof of civil status is required.
- Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations for the whole duration of stay in Swaziland is required.
- A copy of the return flight ticket is required.
- Travel itinerary showing details of activities in Swaziland, entry and exit dates from Swaziland is required.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- One Swaziland visa application form that is completely filled and signed by the applicant.
- One recent passport photograph taken against a white background.
- One invitation from the host in Swaziland must be notarized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Applicants are required to provide a copy of the certificate against Yellow fever.
- Original passport with 6 months validity beyond stay in Swaziland.
- Passport must have at least one blank visa page for a visa.
- One copy of the flight itinerary showing entry and exit date.
- Letter of invitation from friend, family or tour organization in Swaziland stating the nature of the trip, the name and address of the host to be visited in Swaziland.
- It is important to note that for parents travelling with their children or legal guardians travelling with their dependents, proof of parenthood or legal custody such as court order or birth certificate of the child may be required before a visa can be issued.
- Anyone planning on travelling with the minor should submit a photocopy of a valid passport.
Business visa
- One completed and signed the Swaziland Visa application.
- One passport-type photo taken within the last three months.
- Invitation from the host must be notarized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Swaziland.
- One copy of proof of vaccination against yellow fever.
- Gabon passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion.
- Passport should have one blank visa page for the entry stamp.
- A typewritten and notarized business letter on company letterhead stating the nature of the business to be conducted, the name and address of a reference to be contacted in Swaziland.
- The invitation letter must be addressed to the Embassy of Swaziland.
- No business visa will be granted without an official business letter and please be aware that the business invitation letter should be at least 3 months valid.
- All required business visa documents must be stamped by the local Department of Immigration.
- Letter from employer or sponsoring company in Swaziland, on company letterhead, introducing the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly stating the purpose of visit to Swaziland.
- The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Swaziland.
- Computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets showing departure date from Swaziland.
Where to apply
Swaziland embassy & visa application centers in Gabon.
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AddressThere is currently no Embassy of Swaziland in Gabon, however, applicants are advised to apply at the Embassy in Gabon's neighbor countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common foods eaten in Swaziland
Common foods in Swaziland include sorghum and maize, often served with goat meat, very popular livestock there. The farming industry mainly depends on sugar cane, tobacco, rice, corn, peanuts, and the exportation of goat meat and beef.
How safe is Swaziland
Swaziland is, by-and-large, a safe country in which to travel. It does not have South Africa's alarming crime rate, and tourists are seldom targeted. Indeed, hospitality is a cornerstone of Swazi culture and the average visitor's experience is overwhelmingly a friendly and relaxed one.
What are the religion practiced in Swaziland
According to the CIA world factbook, the distribution is 40% Zionist, 20% Roman Catholic, Muslim 10.2%, other (including Anglican, Baha'i, Methodist, Mormon, Jewish) 3.0%. In other sources such as Clay Potts, the religious demographics are 80% Christian, and 20% Islam and Traditional Swazi religion.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Swaziland visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.