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How to get a Guinea Bissau visa from South Africa
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Guinea Bissau.
Visa information
Detailed visa fees for Guinea Bissau aren't listed yet —
check the requirements below or contact the embassy directly.
Application requirements
Documents South African applicants need to provide.
- South Africans travelling to Guinea-Bissau are required to apply for an E-visa before arrival.
- A single-entry biometric visa can also be obtained only on arrival in Guinea-Bissau.
- Applicants can process their E-visa through Guinea-Bissau's online portal.
- For on-arrival applications, applicants are required to submit certain biometric data such as fingerprints, photos.
- A letter of authorization is also required, and this can be obtained from the Migration Office Of Guinea-Bissau.
- To be granted this authorization, applicants are expected to send a comprehensive document detailing the reason for visit, intended duration and a scanned passport to their contact in Guinea-Bissau.
- The contact is then required to take these documents to the Migration Office to fill in a request for a letter of authorization.
- This request is processed then approved or rejected at the discretion of the Chief Officer of the Migration Office.
- If approved, the applicant's contact in Guinea-Bissau is expected to forward a letter of authorization which must be printed to be presented when applying for a visa upon arrival.
- Applicants applying online will have to simply make a payment, depending on what visa type is applied for; a single entry visa for a short stay(30 days) for example costs 63.95€, while a multiple entry visa for 3 months costs 72.95€.
- After payment has been made, the applicant will receive a visa issuing confirmation via e-mail, which should be printed for presentation upon arrival.
Where to apply
Guinea Bissau embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.
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| Mon | 09:00 | 16:00 |
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| Wed | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 | 16:00 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Guinea-Bissau safe for visitors
Guinea-Bissau is relatively safe for tourists and other visitors, although visitors are advised to be conscious of some petty crimes prevalent in most parts of Guinea-Bissau.
What dishes are most popular in Guinea-Bissau
Yassa chicken, Fried cassava, Fish stew are some dishes famous with most people in Guinea-Bissau.
What is best to wear when visiting Guinea-Bissau
Light, loose, comfortable and functional items of clothing are great for a visit to Guinea-Bissau.
What to do in Guinea-Bissau
Visitors can spend time at the beach, hike through trails, explore forest paths, meet with locals, capture moments, visit historical sites, etc.
When is the best time to visit Guinea-Bissau
The months of December and January are often pleasant, cool and enjoyable for anyone visiting Guinea-Bissau.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Guinea Bissau visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.