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How to get a Guyana visa from Nigeria
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Nigerian passport holders travelling to Guyana.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Guyana.
Business visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$80
Tourist visa
Processing time10 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$80
Application requirements
Documents Nigerian applicants need to provide.
- A valid passport.
- Duly completed and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation
- Copy of return flight ticket
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Medical Insurance.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Guyana for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- All visitors to Guyana must carry a valid passport.
- Visa applicants need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Guyana.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
- You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination is needed.
- This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
Business visa
- This is the type of visa issued to Nigerians traveling to Guyana for business purposes.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Guyanese company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
- If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
- Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.
Where to apply
Guyana embassy & visa application centers in Nigeria.
Abuja
AddressThere is currently no Embassy of Guyana in Nigeria. There is a Guyana Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa. This embassy is located at 235 Grosvenor Street, Hatfield, Pretoria and they are willing to process visas to Guyana for citizens of Nigeria.
Phone(+27) 12 941 1694
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
What is the currency used in Guyana?
The currency used in Guyana is the Guyanese dollar. It has been in circulation since 1839.
How rich is Guyana?
Guyana is one of South America's poorest countries, with an average per capita annual income of around US$4,000. But this could easily change in another decade. In 2015, ExxonMobil and its international partners discovered vast oil reserves off the Caribbean coast of this small country.
How safe is Guyana to travel to?
Guyana is notorious for petty street crime.
What is the capital of Guyana?
Georgetown is the capital city of Guyana.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Guyana visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.