Guinea-Bissau entry visa
embassy-issued, 45, 90 or 180 days
Visitors who need a visa for Guinea-Bissau can apply at a Guinea-Bissau embassy. The Embassy in Lisbon publishes a consular fee table listing visas of 45 days (EUR 60 normal, about 8 days, or EUR 70 urgent), 90 days with two entries (EUR 80 normal or EUR 110 urgent) and 180 days multiple entry (EUR 180 normal or EUR 200 urgent). Requirements are a valid passport, one photo and a copy of an identity document. Guinea-Bissau is an ECOWAS member, so ECOWAS citizens generally travel visa-free.
Visiting Guinea-Bissau
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Life in Guinea-Bissau
Money
3
Currency
West African CFA Franc
XOF
West African CFA Franc
Cost of living
39
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
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Who it’s for
Non-ECOWAS visitors travelling to Guinea-Bissau for tourism, family or business.
Eligibility
Basic requirements
Valid passport, one photograph and a copy of an identity document (Lisbon embassy table).
ECOWAS
Guinea-Bissau is an ECOWAS member; ECOWAS nationals benefit from visa-free movement under the ECOWAS protocol.
Courtesy / diplomatic
Courtesy and diplomatic visas are free.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistValid passport
- Fees45-day visa, normal (about 8 days)
- Steps to applyDownload and complete the visa request form from the embassy's consular page
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