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Guinea Bissau Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

United Kingdom citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau at Bissau Osvaldo Vieira International Airport for a 30-day stay, with fees around USD 60–80 and processing typically 30–60 minutes.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least one blank page.
  • Specific forms: there is no pre-arrival UK-specific visa form; you will complete a visa-on-arrival form at the port of entry if provided.
  • Financial proof: there is no fixed in-country requirement, but you should have enough funds to cover your stay; a practical minimum is around USD 100–150 per person.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: you may be asked for proof of onward travel and a hotel address in Guinea-Bissau; have a return or onward ticket.
  • Photo spec: bring 1 recent passport photo (35x45 mm) with a white background; ensure it matches the passport photo.
  • Biometrics: border control may collect biometric data; if requested, you may be asked to provide fingerprints and a photo.
  • Travel health insurance: not legally required but strongly advised; Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travellers coming from countries with risk of yellow fever; carry an International Certificate of Vaccination if applicable.

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival
  • Official name: Tourist Visa on Arrival
  • Validity: 30 days from date of entry
  • Max stay: 30 days
  • Entry: Single
  • Approx fee: USD 60–80 (XOF 32,000–43,000)
  • Other categories: not routinely issued on arrival for UK travellers. If you need a different category (e.g., business, student, work), apply in advance through a Guinea-Bissau embassy or consulate; fees and availability vary by category and consulate.

Visa on arrival

  • Ports: Visa on arrival is issued at Bissau Osvaldo Vieira International Airport; some land borders may offer limited on-arrival services, but availability is not guaranteed; always check latest guidance before travel.
  • Steps: 1) Proceed to the visa-on-arrival desk on arrival. 2) Present passport (valid at least 6 months), and one blank page. 3) Complete any arrival form provided. 4) Provide a recent passport photo if required. 5) Pay the visa fee in cash (USD preferred; local currency XOF may be accepted). 6) Wait while your visa is processed and stamped into your passport.
  • Fee and currencies: typically USD 60–80 or its equivalent in XOF; cash payments in USD or XOF are usually preferred; bring small denominations. 7) Collect your visa stamp and proceed to immigration.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee (on arrival): USD 60–80; approximately XOF 32,000–43,000.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: not applicable for Guinea-Bissau visa on arrival at port of entry.
  • Total cost estimate: approximately USD 60–80 for the visa plus any small incidental costs at the airport.
  • Standard processing time: typically 20–60 minutes from the time you submit documents.
  • Express/priority options: not generally offered for visa on arrival.

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Plan ahead but understand that the visa on arrival is issued at the port of entry and does not require pre-approval; allow extra time in case of queues.
  • Common rejection reasons for UK applicants: passport validity not meeting 6-month rule or insufficient blank pages; lack of sufficient funds; no onward/return ticket; missing or incomplete forms; vaccination status or yellow fever certificate if required based on travel history.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy: Guinea-Bissau visa on arrival does not involve VFS/BLS; for non-tourist categories or if you prefer to apply in advance, contact the Guinea-Bissau embassy or consulate in Portugal or the UK; verify current procedures.
  • Travel advisories: check the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office travel advice for Guinea-Bissau for any safety or health notices.
  • Extension options: visa on arrival stays can sometimes be extended at the immigration office in Bissau; extensions are not guaranteed and depend on in-country discretion; plan accordingly.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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