Guinea Bissau visa requirements for Libyans

Travel and visa requirements

Guinea-Bissauan Visa is not required for Libyans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Libya citizens visiting Guinea-Bissau can obtain a visa on arrival and they can stay there for at least 90 days or as decided by the Embassy. 
  • They are required to possess a passport with carry a validity of at least another 6 months from the date of arrival.
  • The passports must have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
  • Visas can be obtained from the Guinea Bissau International Airport.
  • Facilities for Electronic visa is also available for Libya passport holders.
  • Visitors are required to carry sufficient funds for the length of their visit as well as return or onward ticket.
  • Visitors are also required to have letter of authorization from the Migration Office of Guinea Bissau.
  • To bring in pets, visitors should obtain a veterinarian certificate.
  • There are no restrictions on the import and export of foreign currencies of up to XOF 2,000,000 or its equivalent, if declared on arrival.
  • Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.  
  • In Guinea-Bissau, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Islam is the predominant religion in Guinea-Bissau with Muslims accounting for about 45% of the country's total population. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% are adherents to the traditional African beliefs.
  • Guinea-Bissau currently uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, Libya is 2 hours ahead of Guinea-Bissau.
  • The estimated flight time from Tripoli, Libya to Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is 5 hours, 9 minutes.
  • Toca Toca and the mini buses are the major means of road transportation in Guinea Bissau. Guinea Bissau taxis and car rental taxis are also available for movement in the country.
  • However, transport in Guinea-Bissau is made easy by water, because roadways are unpaved. 
  • The West African CFA franc also known as a peso is the official currency in Guinea-Bissau.
  • Portuguese is spoken by about 91% of the country's population making it the official language. However, French is also taught in schools.
  • Most Guineans eat rice with fish, because the country is rich in fish. Dishes that contain beef, chicken, pork, and goat meat are also readily available, usually served with different kinds of sauces, palm oil and vegetables.
  • Guinea-Bissau is characterized by a tropical climate making it generally hot and humid. It's rainy season runs from June to November and its dry season is from December to May.
  • The country is known for its national parks and wildlife. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What religion is predominant in Guinea-Bissau?

Islam is the predominant religion in Guinea-Bissau with Muslims accounting for about 45% of the country's total population. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% are adherents to the traditional African beliefs.

What language is spoken in Guinea-Bissau?

Portuguese is the official language spoken in Guinea-Bissau. However, French is taught in schools as Guinea-Bissau is surrounded by French-speaking countries.

Is Guinea-Bissau a poor or rich country?

Guinea-Bissau is one of the world's poorest countries. It's poverty is majorly as a result of conflicts and power struggles.