🇬🇳Guinea Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Guinea?
It depends on your passport. Out of 195 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 21 enter Guinea visa-free and 174 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa-free
21
nationalities
E-visa
174
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇺🇸United States
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Guinea tourist e-visa
Guinea publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Guinea eVisa
80-100 USDStay: 90 daysProcessing: 5-7 business days
Data updated on · Official source
Pick your nationality to see the rule
Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Guinea visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Guinea applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- TunisiaVisa-free
- SpainE-visaStay: 90 days
- United StatesE-visaStay: 90 days
- SenegalVisa-free
- FranceE-visaStay: 90 days
- BrazilE-visaStay: 90 days
- AustraliaE-visaStay: 90 days
- Burkina FasoVisa-free
- NigeriaVisa-free
- GreeceE-visaStay: 90 days
- PortugalE-visaStay: 90 days
- NorwayE-visaStay: 90 days
- Côte d'IvoireVisa-free
- CameroonE-visaStay: 90 days
- MoroccoVisa-free
- AlgeriaVisa-free
- TogoVisa-free
- United KingdomE-visaStay: 90 days
- ItalyE-visaStay: 90 days
- GermanyE-visaStay: 90 days
Guinea visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Guinea publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 100 USD | 45 days | Portal | ||
| Guinea eVisa | Short stay | 90 days | 80-100 USD | 5-7 business days | Portal | |
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 80-100 USD | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 150-500 USD | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
Visas
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Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Information
Capital
Conakry
Population
17,521,167
Currency
Guinean franc (GNF Fr)
Languages
French, Pular, Mandingo, Susu
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+224
Timezone
Africa/Conakry
Area
245,857 km²
Government
National Transitional Council
National day
October 2 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.gn
About
Guinea is a West African country with a population of 17.5 million inhabitants according to the latest 2025 census. The country experiences sustained demographic growth with an average annual growth rate of 3.1%, characterized by a very young population where 43% are under 15 years old and 79% are under 35 years old.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(High)
- Avoid nighttime travel in urban areas
- Do not display valuables
- Use official taxis or secure transportation services
- Remain vigilant in tourist and commercial areas
Terrorism(Medium)
- Avoid public gatherings and demonstrations
- Stay informed of official travel advisories
- Maintain heightened vigilance in border areas
Transport
- Use reliable and well-maintained vehicles
- Avoid long-distance trips at night
- Check the vehicle's condition before departure
Natural risks(Moderate seasonal risks including floods during the rainy season (June-October) and degraded road conditions)
- Check weather forecasts before travel
- Avoid flood-prone areas during the rainy season
- Plan alternative routes
Health(Limited healthcare system with insufficient resources. Risks of infectious diseases (malaria, typhoid fever, hepatitis A). Vaccinations recommended.)
- Mandatory yellow fever vaccination
- Recommended vaccination: hepatitis A and B, typhoid, rabies
- Recommended antimalarial prophylaxis
- Use bottled or boiled water
- Avoid raw or undercooked foods
- Obtain comprehensive international health insurance
Practical tips
- Register your presence with your embassy
- Keep copies of important documents
- Maintain regular communication with your loved ones
- Respect local laws and customs
- Avoid sensitive political discussions
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Conakry · estimated in October 2026
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
5-10% in restaurants, not mandatory
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Guinea?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Guinea across 195 nationalities: 21 visa-free, 174 with an e-visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Guinea visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 100 USD (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Guinea?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Moderate to high risk depending on regions. Guinea experiences a variable security situation with challenges related to urban crime and regional tensions.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Guinea?▾
The official currency is Guinean franc (GNF Fr). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Guinea?▾
The capital of Guinea is Conakry. The main spoken languages are: French, Pular, Mandingo, Susu.
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