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Gabon Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Canadian citizens must obtain an e-Visa online before traveling to Gabon via the official e-Visa portal; fee around USD 96, with processing typically within 48-72 hours.

Guide last updated September 29, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond your stay
  • Digital passport-style photo
  • Scanned passport bio page
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry)
  • Credit or debit card for online payment
  • Biometrics: not required online; photo/fingerprints may be captured on arrival

Visa types

  • e-Visa tourist: single entry, valid 90 days from issue, stay length depends on category selected
  • e-Visa business: requires an invitation letter from a host company or organization
  • Transit e-visa: available for short layovers at a lower fee

How to apply online

  • Apply through the official portal at evisa.dgdi.ga
  • Create an account and complete the online application form
  • Upload your passport scan, photo, yellow fever certificate, and travel itinerary
  • Pay the fee online by card (approximately USD 96, or the equivalent in EUR/XAF)
  • Approval is emailed as a PDF, typically within 48-72 hours
  • Print the approval and present it at airline check-in and on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • e-Visa fee: approximately USD 96 (can vary by nationality and visa category)
  • Standard processing: 48-72 hours
  • No widely advertised express/priority tier

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Apply at least a week before departure to allow for processing delays
  • Make sure your yellow fever certificate is valid and uploaded, as it is strictly enforced on arrival
  • Keep a printed copy of your e-Visa approval and passport photo page for airline check-in
  • Use only the official government domain (dgdi.ga) to avoid third-party sites that mimic legitimate e-Visa portals

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.