Guinea-Bissau

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Telefonvorwahl

+245

Hauptstadt

Bissau

Bevölkerung

2,1 Millionen

Einheimischer Name

Guiné-Bissau

Region

Africa

Western Africa

Zeitzone

Greenwich Mean Time

UTC±00

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Guinea-Bissau is a small West African country known for the Bijagós Archipelago (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve), Portuguese colonial heritage, cashew nut production (world's 6th largest producer), and diverse ecosystems. Bissau, the capital and largest city, is a port on the Geba River estuary. The country features tropical forests, mangrove swamps, and pristine islands. Visitors are drawn to Bijagós Islands (88 islands, unique animist culture), Orango National Park (saltwater hippos), João Vieira Marine National Park (sea turtle nesting), colonial architecture in Bissau, traditional villages, and relatively untouched natural beauty. Tourism infrastructure is minimal, making Guinea-Bissau an off-the-beaten-path destination. Portuguese is the official language.

Visa Requirements for Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau offers visa on arrival for most foreign nationals at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau. Citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) member countries can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. For visa on arrival, visitors need a valid passport (minimum 6 months validity), yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory), proof of accommodation, return or onward ticket, and visa fee (typically payable in Euros or US Dollars). Some nationalities can obtain visas in advance through Guinea-Bissau embassies or consulates. Processing times and requirements vary. Due to limited tourist infrastructure and political instability, visitor numbers remain very low.

Gängige Visumtypen

Visa on Arrival

30-90 days typically; obtained at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport; requires passport, yellow fever certificate, return ticket, accommodation proof, fee in EUR/USD.

For tourism or business for most nationalities arriving at Bissau airport.

ECOWAS Visa-Free Entry

Up to 90 days; no visa required; passport must be valid; freedom of movement within ECOWAS region; yellow fever certificate required.

For citizens of ECOWAS states (Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo) for any purpose.

Pre-Arranged Visa (Embassy)

30-90 days; apply through Guinea-Bissau embassy or consulate; requires passport, photos, yellow fever certificate, application form, hotel booking, visa fee.

For visitors who prefer to obtain visa before departure or where visa on arrival not available.

Business Visa

30-90 days; can be obtained on arrival or in advance; requires invitation letter from Guinea-Bissau company or organization; business purpose documentation.

For business meetings, conferences, or commercial activities in Guinea-Bissau.

Important Travel Information

Yellow fever vaccination: Certificate is mandatory for all travelers. Strictly checked at airport. Bring physical certificate - no exceptions.

Limited entry points: Main entry is Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau. Land border crossings from Senegal and Guinea less developed.

Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date with blank pages for stamps.

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