Gabon e-Visa for citizens of Italy: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Italy apply online before departure.
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Our guide to the Gabon visa from Italy
Yes, holders of a passport from Italy must apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Gabon. The whole procedure goes through the official e-Visa portal of the Gabonese authorities, which states the fees, processing time and documents to upload.
For travellers from Italy, getting the Gabon e-Visa is a step to complete before leaving, just like booking the flight. Fees and processing times are set only by the Gabonese authorities: check the official portal or the Embassy of Gabon, and do not use intermediary sites that overcharge for the process.
Do you need a visa for Gabon?
Yes. Citizens of Italy cannot travel to Gabon without an e-Visa: the authorisation is requested online and must be approved before the trip. The document obtained is shown, together with your passport, to the officers at border control. The permitted length of stay and the different types of e-Visa are presented on the official portal, which you should consult before filling in the application.
How much does an e-visa for Gabon cost from Italy?
The official fee for an e-visa for Gabon is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Gabon really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Gabon?
Documents required for an e-visa for Gabon:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Passport scan (data page)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
Prepare a scan of the photo page of your Italian passport and a recent passport-style photo in the required format in advance. Depending on the purpose of your stay, the portal may also ask for a hotel booking, an invitation letter or a return ticket. The official fees are displayed before payment on the portal; any higher amount requested by another site is an intermediary’s charge.
How to apply for an e-visa for Gabon from Italy
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How to apply
Log in to Gabon’s official e-Visa portal; the Embassy of Gabon can confirm its exact address. Complete the form with your passport details, enter your dates and place of stay, upload the supporting documents and pay online. Keep the application number to track your file, and print the confirmation as soon as it is approved.
Where do you apply for a visa for Gabon from Italy?
An e-visa for Gabon is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in Italy on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Italy but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Gabon take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Timing and tips
The official portal states the processing time: leave a comfortable margin before your flight, as an illegible document can delay approval. Make sure your passport meets the minimum validity required and has blank pages. Also check Gabon’s health entry requirements and keep a paper copy of the e-Visa for check-in.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Travellers are often caught out by official-looking sites that charge far more than the real fees for filling in the form. Other recurring mistakes include a blurred photo, inconsistent travel dates, a mistyped passport number or an application filed at the last minute. Without an approved e-Visa, the airline may refuse boarding for Gabon.
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Other visa types for Gabon
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on October 17, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Official websiteTo confirm
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
€100–120
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Travel Tips for Gabon
- Contact the embassy directly for the most recent information.
- Carefully prepare the required documents to avoid delays.
Example: For a prolonged stay, it is advisable to plan ahead and check the visa requirements.
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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
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