An Indian national traveling to the Guinea-Bissau in 2025 must be in possession of a visa in advance. In the case of New Delhi passport holders, Visa on Arrival (VoA) as well as e-Visa options are available on the Guinea-Bissau side, thus making it possible to have short-term visits of tourism, business or transit.
Documents Typically Required for Guinea-Bissau Visa
A valid Indian passport with at least six months’ validity beyond the entry date.
Filled out visa application form (online or on arrival).
Recent passport-sized photographs that meet visa requirements.
Flight tickets for the return or onward journey (confirmed).
Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation letter).
Proof of having enough funds to finance the stay.
Certificate of immunization against yellow fever.
Visa fee remittance or a letter of authority for VoA.
Application Process & Conditions
The India passport holder is permitted to submit an online application for an E-Visa which normally undergoes a 3-day processing period. Alternatively, he or she can get a Visa on Arrival subject to having a pre-approved authorization letter from the immigration department of Guinea-Bissau.
The Visa on Arrival facility is available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport as well as other points of entry that have been designated for this purpose.
The travel document should be valid for at least six months and have two un-stamped pages for the visa grant.
The filling of an online form, the uploading of the accompanying documents, the payment of the required fees and the issuance of an approval letter in the form of an email address the e-Visa transaction.
The traveler should think about his or her journey well enough in advance in order to avoid delays when applying for a VoA that requires authorization in advance.
The term of the visa may range from an individual one for 30 days to several entries for up to one year for certain classes of visa.
For those who decide to extend their visa period, it is still possible through the local immigration offices.
Persons who overstay or/and provide falsified information risk incurring fines and being denied access to their destination.
FAQs for Indians Travelling to Guinea-Bissau
Summary
Guinea-Bissau has facilitated visa processes for Indian nationals by providing an e-Visa and a visa-on-arrival option that allows them to stay there for short or long periods at their convenience. Taking the correct set of papers, including health and travel documents, will not only make the arrival process fast but also let the tourists focus on enjoying the intriguing culture and scenic beauty of the country.
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