Guinea visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Guinea

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

  • Valid national passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the period of departure. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Three recent passport-sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the photo specification of a visa application.
  • Two copies of the completed visa application form which has the necessary signatures.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Return flight ticket to South Africa.
  • Proof of accommodation that covers your stay in Guinea. This may be in the form of a confirmed hotel reservation in the country.

Guinea Visa for South Africans

Facts about Guinea

Guinea is a popular destination for its spectacular scenery. The country is known to have some of the world’s few remaining dry forests and rainforests with an abundance of wildlife. Nature lovers will cherish the long hikes they can take past waterfalls and tiny villages. They can also decide to track chimpanzees through the rainforest. The best thing about Guinea is its ambiance.
 
Tourism in Guinea is low because of the Ebola outbreak in 2014 and the unrest in the country. About 350,000 tourists visit Guinea yearly.
 
Tourists should be aware of their surroundings and avoid walking alone at night. Homosexual acts are illegal and carry penalties ranging from hefty fines and prison sentences. It is unsafe to drink tap water because there is a high risk of contamination. 

Avoid eating meat from an uncontrolled source to avoid Anthrax which is prevalent among herds in some areas is Guinea.

Types of Guinea Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 4 working days 90 days
Business visa 4 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Guinea Visa

  • Valid national passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the period of departure. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Three recent passport-sized photographs taken with a white background which follows the photo specification of a visa application.
  • Two copies of the completed visa application form which has the necessary signatures.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Return flight ticket to South Africa.
  • Proof of accommodation that covers your stay in Guinea. This may be in the form of a confirmed hotel reservation in the country.
Guinea Tourist visa Guinea Business visa

Guinea Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Tourist visa enables foreigners to visit Guinea for relaxation, sightseeing and recreation.
  • This visa also serves as a visitor visa. You can visit friends and relatives with this visa.
  • Holders of this visa are prohibited from being paid for services they render while in the country.
  • Minors should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Foreigners visiting friends and relative in the country should provide a letter of invitation from their host in the country. The letter should have the home address and telephone number of the host.
  • A copy of your South African stay permit will be requested if you are not a citizen of South Africa.
  • Copies of all the original copies of your documents should be made available as the original copies may not be returned by the embassy.
  • The receipt of your paid visa fees should be provided.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of your visa.
  • Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory.
  • Immunization against hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, polio and meningitis is recommended.

Guinea Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for business travelers visiting Guinea with the intention of maintaining business relationships with their partner companies in the country.
  • You are not restricted from attending business meetings, conferences and trade fairs with this visa.
  • You can also negotiate and sign contracts with business partners in the country.
  • The company you are visiting in Guinea for business should provide a letter of invitation which should include the address of the company, purpose of the visit and duration of the visit.
  • The certificate of business registration of the company you are visiting in Guinea is required.
  • Letter with the official company letterhead from your current employer in South Africa is required. Your employer should state that he/she is aware of your business leave. Your position in the company should be stated in the letter.
  • Minors traveling without their parents should provide a letter of consent which is signed by both parents. An unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • You cannot take up paid or unpaid employment with this visa.
  • It is mandatory for all travelers to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Travelers are advised to be immunized against hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, polio and meningitis.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of your visa.
  • The visa is valid for 90 days.

Guinea Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (USD)

Business visa

100.00 (USD)

Guinea Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

Location

Address

Pretoria

336 Orient Street, Arcadia, Hartfield, Pretoria, South Africa.

embaguinea@iafrica.com

+27 12 342 0893, +27 12 342 4906

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a visa to Guinea??
A visa to Guinea costs $100.
Why do so many countries have Guinea in their name??
Guinea is a term which historically refers to a region of West Africa. The countries of Guinea, Guinea-Bissau and Equatorial Guinea all lie in this region, which is why the word Guinea is in their name.
Do I need a visa for Guinea??
Yes, you need a visa to travel to Guinea.
Is Guinea a rich country??
Guinea’s mineral wealth makes it potentially one of Africa’s richest countries, but its people are among the poorest in West Africa.
Is Guinea a French speaking country??
Yes, Guinea is a French speaking country. It was formerly known as French Guinea.