Type of Guinea-Bissau Visas
- Stay Period: 30 days
- Entry: Single
- Fees: INR 6,850/-
- Ideal for: Indian passport holders wishing to visit Guinea-Bissau for tourism, sightseeing or visiting family & friends
- Stay Period: 3 months
- Entry: Multiple entry
- Fees: INR 7,250/-
- Ideal for: Indian passport holders attending business meetings, conferences, exhibitions or seminars in Guinea-Bissau
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Documents required for Guinea Bissau Visa:
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- Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages + all old passports if any
- Letter of authorisation from the Migration Office of Guinea Bissau
- Visa fee payment
- 2 Scanned recent colour photograph. (Photo Specification);
- Confirmed return or onward flight tickets
- Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter if visiting someone in Guinea-Bissau)
- Sufficient financial funds to support your trip
- Invitation letter from host company (for business visa)
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Supporting documents as per your occupation, type of visit:expand_more expand_less
1. If Employed:
- Leave Sanctioned Certificate: with company seal providing approval for leave
- Salary Slips: of last 3 months
2.If Self Employed:
- Business Proof: Registration License/MOA/Partnership deed
- Company Bank Statement: stamped & updated for last 6 months with bank seal
- Company’s Income Tax Returns: of last 3 years
3. If Retired:
- Retirement Proof: pension book, statement etc
4. If Student
- ID Card: from school, college or institute
5. If Minor
- Birth Certificate showing the names of both parents
- Legalized Letter of Consent (NOC)
- If the child is travelling with one parent, the letter of consent authorizing travel must be legalized by the other parent
- If the child is travelling alone or without either parent, a notarized letter of consent from both parents permitting travel
- Death Certificate: in case one or both parents are deceased
- ID Proof: of parents
6. If Visiting friend or relative
- Invitation letter: stating the relationship with the inviter and purpose of visiting the country & assuring the responsibility for housing and related expenses during the guest's stay in Algeria
- ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit
- Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill
7. If Sponsored
- Sponsorship Letter: providing the name of the visitors, what the purpose of the visit is, relationship with the visitors, length of stay, dates of travel & any other additional information if necessary
- ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit
- Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill
- Proof of Financial Support: updated bank statement, pay slips
8. For Business Visa
- One of the Chambers of Commerce and Industries, government of India;
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India;
- Export Promotion Council of India; or Reference number from Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Afghanistan.
- Income tax documents of the last three years;
- Letter from the company addressed to the embassy, introducing the business man for visa issuance;
- Invitation letter from the local partner or prospect local partner company in Afghanistan;
- Copy of the license (JAWAZ) of the local partner or prospect local partner company in Afghanistan. *Note: The Embassy/Consul General has the right to ask for additional information or documents and request a personal interview with the applicant.
Introduction/ recommendation letter from:
Registration certificate of the company from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India:
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Guadeloupe Visa FAQs
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add remove Do Indian citizens require a Visa to travel to Guinea-Bissau?
Yes, Indian nationals require a visa to enter Guinea-Bissau. There are two ways to apply for a Guinea Bissau visa: on arrival at Guinea Bissau International Airport or on the Electronic Visa Application website. The visa on arrival can be obtained from the Border Control checkpoint at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport.
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add remove What is the eligibility criterion for Guinea-Bissau visa on arrival?
Travellers must meet the following criteria:
- Passport valid for a least 6 months from your date of entry and with two blank pages within
- Return ticket to your country
- Confirmation of accommodation for duration of your visit
- Sufficient funds to cover your stay in Guinea-Bissau
- Detailed itinerary of your trip
- Documents relating to business trip
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add remove How long is the Guinea-Bissau visa valid for?
The single entry visa is a short stay visa issued for up to 30 days. There are also multiple entry visa options to choose from depending upon the type of visit and duration of stay. Indians who frequently travel to Guinea Bissau may ask for a 90 day visa with multiple entries or a long-stay visa with multiple entries.
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add remove What is the Guinea-Bissau visa fee?
The visa fees are as below:
Sr. No Visa Type No of Entries Visa Validity Visa fee 1 Short Stay Visa Single 30 days INR 6850/- 2 Multiple visa for 3 months Single 30 days INR 7250/- 3 Transit and stop- over visa Single 1 day INR 5800/- 4 Multiple visa for 6 months Multiple 6 months INR 8700/- 5 Multiple visa for 1 year Multiple 1 year INR 9600/- 6 Courtesy visa Single 1 month INR 6700/- -
add remove What is the difference between a single entry and multiple entry?
One must carefully note what kind of entry is permitted. If the visa reads a single entry, its holder can only enter and leave Guadeloupeonce whereas, with multiple entries, he/she can enter or leave the country multiple times.
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add remove Are there any pre-arrival formalities to be fulfilled before travelling to Guinea-Bissau?
- If you are applying for visa on arrival it is required to have letter of authorisation from the Migration Office of Guinea Bissau together with a valid travel document. To receive the aforementioned letter of authorisation one must adhere to the following procedure:
- You need to send details of your intention of arrival, duration of your visit with scanned passport to your contact in Guinea Bissau.
- Your contact needs to take your documents to the Migration Office and fill in the request for the aforementioned letter of authorisation.
- Your request is processed and approved/rejected by the Chief Officer of the Migration Office.
- When your request is approved your contact sends you letter of authorisation via email or fax. You need to print out the aforesaid letter of authorisation and show it when applying for visa.
- In the event that you do not have contact in Guinea Bissau you can send your request directly to Mr. MutaroEmbalo (Chief Migration Officer).
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add remove Is there any fear of Guinea-Bissau visa rejection?
The final decision to grant an entry permit is solely at the discretion of the Immigration officials at Guinea-Bissau airport.
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add remove How long does it take to get the visa on arrival?
Usually, it takes around 30 minutes to get all formalities done and get the visa on arrival. However, the time may vary depending on the peak travel period.
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add remove What is the process to apply for the visa electronically?
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If you applying through the Electronic Visa Application, applicants are required to complete the application online. If the request is accepted, the applicant receives a visa issuing confirmation (by email if the request is made online), required at the border crossing / entry to the country. Upon payment and visa confirmation you will receive visa slip that serves as a receipt. This receipt needs to be printed and needs to be shown to the visa officer at the chosen border crossing with your passport. The aforementioned pre-visa slips can also be used by airline companies to grant passengers approval to board. The visa fee is non-refundable if the visa is rejected.
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add remove Do I need to purchase a Travel Insurance?
Applicants are strongly advised to purchase a Travel Insurance to secure their trip in the occurrence of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, flight cancellations, baggage delay or loss etc.
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add remove Are you still having doubts about the Guinea-Bissau visa process?
Please feel free to contact us for all your Guinea-Bissau visa worries. We have you covered across India with presence in all the major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow and many more.
Important Notice: The information provided here are subject to change without prior notice. For confirmation on visa requirements and fees, you may consult with the Guinea-Bissau Embassy or Consulate near you.
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Akbar Travels has been a part of more than one million travel dreams. We offer quick and hassle-free Guinea-Bissau visa assistance. With a highly professional and dedicated team of Visa Experts, we are here to cater to all your Guinea-Bissau visa application requirements. Read more
Throughout your visa process, you will have a dedicated visa expert handling your application. Here are the steps to apply for an Guinea-Bissau Visa through Akbar Travels:
Step 1: Contact our Visa Expert with your travel plans and gather all the visa information and requirements.
Step 2: Pay your Guinea-Bissau visa fee online and get your documents picked by us from your home or office.
Step 3: Our Visa Expert will verify, complete your Visa application online and schedule an appointment as part of the visa process
Step 4: On the appointment day personally visit the High Commission / Visa Application Center (VAC) to submit your Biometrics (fingerprints) and documents.
Step 5:Receive your Guinea-Bissau Visa.
Basic Requirements to visit Guinea-Bissau
- Have a valid Passport and valid Guinea-Bissau Visa;
- Be in good health Read more
- Good moral character
- Thorough knowledge of your accommodation and itinerary details to furnish at immigration if asked to
- Return flight tickets or onward flight tickets to ensure your return to home country or your next destination once your visa expires
- Adhere to the moral standards of the country and follow the general rules Show less
Travel Checklist
- Passport with at least 6 months of validity
- Valid Guinea-Bissau Visa depending on the purpose of your visit and duration of stay Read more
- Confirmed return or onward tickets.
- Details of accommodation.
- Travel itinerary
- Foreign currency
- Any additional documents to support your purpose of visit, especially for business visa travellers
- Have all documents authenticated before traveling Show less
What to do when you arrive in Guinea-Bissau ?
- Keep all your travel documents ready to be produced for verification by the immigration officers
- Ensure you are not carrying any forbidden items that will not pass through customs, including ‘any immoral items liable to cause a breach of the peace’ like books, audiobooks, audio and video tapes Read more
- Always carry your passport or a copy of it while traveling within Guinea-Bissau
- Note down emergency helpline numbers in the country
- Be aware of the general rules of conduct in public places Show less
Guinea-Bissau Travel guide
A tiny yet beautiful coastal country in Western Africa is Guinea Bissau. This tiny nation contains many shades of landscapes, people, culture and plant and animal life. Long white-sand beaches are brimming with fishes. This is a country for people in love with nature and sports. Read more
- Guinea-Bissau is a tropical country on West Africa’s Atlantic coast that’s known for its multitude of landscapes, people, culture, plants and animal life. For wildlife enthusiasts, there are a number of national parks and wildlife to explore.
- The forested, sparsely populated Bijagós archipelago is a protected biosphere reserve. Its main island, Bubaque, forms part of the Ilha de Orango Islands National Park, travelers also know the site of Anôr Lagoon, where you can spot rare and sacred saltwater hippos, which live in both the sea and freshwater. Besides wildlife and birds, there are breathtaking beaches.
- Parque Natural das Lagoas de Cufalargest is the largest wetlands reserve in Guinea-Bissau where one can go kayaking and watch varied varieties of birds which are estimated 250 species making a worthwhile effort to get here. There are also African buffalos, gazelles, hyenas, white hippos and crocodiles in the park.
- Artissel is an inspiring community project that introduces visitors to the traditions of the Papel people. Pano de pente, symbolic weavings made by Papel men on large makeshift looms, are used in a variety of ceremonies and rituals.
- Babaque Museum in Ilha de Bubaque is a house of masks, sculptures and other ritual ancient items.
- Fortaleza d'Amura is a fortress in Capital town of Bissau which headquarters of Guinean military can be seen from outside as interiors are off-limits for visitors.
- Presidential Palace in Bissau was damaged during the civil war. But now it's graceful, neoclassical facade incorporates modern features.
- Bissau Cathedral is a church in Bissau built by Portuguese architect in 1945.
- On the mainland, the capital, Bissau, is a port with Portuguese colonial buildings in its old city center.
- Occupying a remote island offshore, João Vieira e Poilão National Marine Park is a nesting site for sea turtles.
- One can see the impacts of Portuguese culture as Guinea-Bissau has been a part of the Portuguese empire for centuries thus there are still quite a number of the population who speak Portuguese apart from other African languages. Also one gets glimpses of faded Colonial-era houses to sag, from tropical decay and historical bypasses.
- Cashew is the main crop of the country which draws the main revenue apart from tourism.
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Flight to Guinea-Bissau
Apart from helping out on the visa formalities Akbar Travels also help one to book a flight to Guinea-Bissau which can be taken from any of these cities international airports of New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. - Weather and Best time to Visit Guinea-Bissau The climate is tropical, with warm temperatures year-round. Dry season (Nov–May) is a popular time to visit the beaches, nature parks, and wildlife habitats of the western coast and archipelagoes. Carnival (varies Feb/Mar) is a lively affair in the capital, Bissau, with parades and parties. Jun-Oct is a wet season, with rainfall peaking Jul–Sep.
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Hotels In Guinea-Bissau
There are many good luxurious hotels one can choose which not only offer wonderful cuisines but also provide transport and guides to take you around the place.
Guinea-Bissau Facts and Figures
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