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Guinea Bissau Visa for South Africa Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

South African travelers can obtain a visa on arrival at Bissau's international airport for around EUR 50-55, valid for 30 days.

Guide last updated October 22, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Mandatory yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Passport photo for the arrival form
  • No advance biometrics; a photo or fingerprints may be taken on arrival

Visa types

  • Visa on arrival Tourist: 30 days, single entry, fee approximately EUR 50-55
  • Visa on arrival Business: similar fee, requires a company invitation letter

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau
  • Present your passport, yellow fever certificate and return ticket, and pay the fee in cash (euros or US dollars; cards are rarely accepted)
  • Queues can be long - allow extra time after landing
  • Some land border crossings do not offer visa on arrival, so flying in is more reliable

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee approximately EUR 50-55 (~$55-60), cash only
  • Issued within roughly 30-60 minutes at the airport
  • No online pre-approval exists, so no advance processing time applies

Tips for South African travelers

  • Carry exact cash in euros or US dollars, small denominations preferred as change is often unavailable
  • Double-check your yellow fever certificate before departure - it is strictly enforced
  • Connecting flights from South Africa usually route through Lisbon, Dakar or Casablanca - check that country's transit visa rules too

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.