Equatorial Guinea visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritians visiting Equatorial Guinea

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

  • Mauritius passport with six months validity from return to home country date and one vacant page for visa stamping
  • Two completed and signed visa application forms
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs
  • Travel insurance valid for duration of stay in Equatorial Guinea
  • Confirmed accommodation booking
  • Certificate of good conduct issued by local authorities in Mauritius
  • Return flight ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Invitation letter
  • Vaccination certificate 
  • Physical interview
  • Trip itinerary

Equatorial Guinea Visa for Mauritians

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 2-5 working days 30-60 days
Business visa 2-5 working days 30-60 days

General Requirements for Equatorial Guinea Visa

  • Mauritius passport with six months validity from return to home country date and one vacant page for visa stamping
  • Two completed and signed visa application forms
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs
  • Travel insurance valid for duration of stay in Equatorial Guinea
  • Confirmed accommodation booking
  • Certificate of good conduct issued by local authorities in Mauritius
  • Return flight ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Invitation letter
  • Vaccination certificate 
  • Physical interview
  • Trip itinerary
Equatorial Guinea Tourist visa Equatorial Guinea Business visa

Equatorial Guinea Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Tourist visa is used for relaxation, recreation and tourism purposes
  • Holders of this visa are allowed to attend events and festivals
  • Applicants must sign both application form otherwise the application would be rejected
  • For individuals traveling in groups with the same passport, personal details for each person is required
  • Tourism permit issued by the Ministry of Tourism in Equatorial Guinea is required and can be obtained two days after arrival in the country.
  • A letter of commendation from employer, educational authorities or religious head is required
  • You need a recent bank statement preferably from 3 months earlier to prove that you have enough finances to last the duration of the trip
  • Proof of application fee payments
  • Proof of hotel reservation or other form of accommodation is required
  • This visa cannot be used to study, conduct researches or transit to another country
  • Incomplete applications and wrongly filled application forms will not be processed. No question should be left unanswered in the application form. If a question does not apply to you, fill in none or N/A.
  • Applications can be sent through mail
  • An invitation letter from the host in Equatorial Guinea
  • The invitation letter should contain details of the host and state the relationship between the host and applicant

Equatorial Guinea Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Business visa is issued to individuals who intend to go to Equatorial Guinea for business activities.
  • Trade fairs, summits and conferences can be attended with this visa.
  • If you will be attending a conference in Equatorial Guinea, you should register for it before leaving Mauritius.
  • The validity of the visa is usually 90 days and staying after your visa expires is a crime
  • A business invitation from the host company in Equatorial Guinea stating who will take charge of the travel expenses. The exact purpose of the mission must also be mentioned.
  • It is illegal to work, study or officiate in an entertainment event with this visa.
  • Copies of previous business visa issued by Equatorial Guinea embassy is required if there is any.
  • Receipt showing that visa payments has been fully made.
  • If the visa is refused, applicants will recover only their passport and any fee paid will not be refunded.
  • Individuals are required to be vaccinated against illnesses such as malaria, typhoid and yellow fever.
  • A letter from the applicant's employer printed on the company’s letter-headed paper, stating that the employer is aware of the trip and that the applicant will return to home country at the expiration of the visa is required.
  • Proof of clean criminal record is required.

Equatorial Guinea Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

Equatorial Guinea Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mauritius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which languages are spoken in Equatorial Guinea?
Equatorial Guinea is the only African Country that was colonized by Spain and as such has Spanish as one of its three official languages. Spanish is spoken by about 68% of the country’s population. The other official languages are French and Portuguese. Equatorial Guinea, however, has other indigenous languages.
Where can I visit while in Equatorial Guinea?

Some of the must-see places in Equatorial Guinea include Malabo(the country’s capital city), Monte allen national park(home to gorillas, chimpanzees and elephants), Elobey Grande, and Pico Basile among several others.

Are there endangered species in Equatorial Guinea?

Yes. Equatorial Guinea though a small country can boast of large biodiversity. The country has animals such as African Elephant, Chimpanzees, Leopards, common saw-fish, etc and plants such as dragon trees, jewel-weed and a lot more. All these creatures are found in only very few countries and are considered highly endangered.

Is Equatorial Guinea safe to visit?
Equatorial Guinea is a considerably safe country to visit. However, normal safety precautions should be exercised as petty theft and robbery attacks are prevalent.

Are the countries Equatorial Guinea, Guinea and Guinea Bissau the same?
No. These countries are not the same but they have Guinea as part of their names because they all lie in a region along the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa making Guinea a traditional name of sorts.