Guinea Bissau visa requirements for Kenyans
Travel and visa requirements
Guinea-Bissauan Visa is not required for Kenyans
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- For a duration of 90 days, Kenyan nationals can visit Guinea-Bissau without a visa.
- Visitors can gain entry into Guinea-Bissau by applying for an e-visa. E-visa will take about 5 days to process.
- Kenyans can also pay for a visa on arrival at Guinea Bissau International Airport to gain entry into the country.
- Visitors applying for visa on arrival are required to have a letter of authorization from the Migration Office of Guinea Bissau.
- Visitors who desire to stay longer than the 90-day validity are to apply and pay for an extension at the Guinea-Bissau immigration department.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Guinea-Bissau. it should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Visitors are to provide a financial statement as proof of sufficient funds during their stay in Guinea-Bissau, as well as an onward or return ticket.
- Intending visitors are expected to have proof of yellow fever vaccination.
- Prospective visitors can get to Guinea-Bissau from any international airport in Kenya. These international airports can be found in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
- Kenya Airways, Air France, Egypt Air, British Airways and Qatar Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Kenya to Guinea-Bissau.
- The estimated flight duration from Nairobi to Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is 19 hours,30 minutes, 1 day, 5 hours from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 21 hours, 30 minutes.
- The official currency used in Guinea-Bissau is the West African CFA franc. This currency is also used by its neighbours in Senegal, Burkina Faso, Benin, Togo, Mali, Niger and Côte d'Ivoire. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Islam is the most popular religion in Guinea-Bissau, with Muslims accounting for about 45% of the total population of the country. About 31% adhere to traditional African beliefs, while 22% of the country's population are Christians.
- The official language in Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese. French is also widely spoken since it is surrounded by Francophone countries.
- Guinea-Bissau is generally hot and humid, with a rainy season that lasts from mid-May to mid-November and a cooler dry season occupying the rest of the year.
- Intending visitors who are regarded as person-non-grata by the Government of Guinea-Bissau will not be allowed entry.
- Guinea-Bissau uses the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which makes Kenya three hours ahead in time.
- The power and socket plug used in Guinea-Bissau are of Type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Movement in Guinea-Bissau is possible with taxis, car rental, trains, riverboats and ferries.
- On average, tourists spend about $50 on expenses per day in Guinea-Bissau.
- Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can I stay in Guinea-Bissau?
Kenyans can stay for up to 90 days in Guinea-Bissau without a visa. Extensions can also be obtained after proper application at the migration office.
How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Guinea-Bissau?
Visitors to Guinea-Bissau are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into the country. The passport, however, must have blank pages for stamping.
Are there any fees for visas on arrival?
Yes. Payments for visas on arrival will be made at the airport after providing the necessary travel documents.
Do Kenyans need a visa to travel to Guinea-Bissau?
No, Kenyans intending to visit Guinea-Bissau can obtain e-visas or visas on arrival at the Guinea Bissau International Airport.
Do I need any vaccination to enter Guinea-Bissau?
Yes. People travelling from endemic regions are required to show evidence of vaccination for yellow fever before gaining entry into Guinea-Bissau.
What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?
The capital of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau. It is the largest city in the country.