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United Arab Emirates to Gabon visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders are listed by UAE MoFA as eligible for a Gabon visa on arrival with a normal passport. Gabon's DGDI e-Visa portal remains an official advance option for air arrivals through Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville, but the route should not be described as mandatory for UAE normal passport holders. United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holders should plan for a Gabonese visa, but the current UAE MoFA country page lists a normal UAE passport as Visa On Arrival for Gabon, while diplomatic, special, and official UAE passports are listed as visa-free. The Gabon DGDI e-Visa portal remains an official channel for travelers who want advance electronic authorization, but DGDI states that e-Visas are currently valid only for arrivals by air via Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville. Travelers using a land, sea, or non-Libreville route should confirm the correct visa route with a Gabonese mission before travel. The older 2025 tourist e-Visa campaign was time-limited, so do not rely on promotional free-eVisa reporting. Carry a passport valid at least six months, a yellow fever vaccination certificate, accommodation/host details, return or onward travel evidence, sufficient funds, and a payment method for any visa fee assessed at application or arrival.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
Visa on arrival for UAE normal passports; DGDI e-Visa or consular visa also available depending on route
Maximum stay
Set by Gabon immigration on arrival; consular tourist visa validity is commonly listed as 3 months
per entry
Entries
Determined by visa issued; e-Visa/consular options can be single or multiple depending on application route
from issue date
Visa fee
VOA fee not published by UAE MoFA; consular tourist visa fees listed by Gabon High Commission UK include GBP 80 single-entry / GBP 240 multiple-entry
consular fee only
Processing time
VOA at arrival; DGDI e-Visa before travel; UK mission lists tourist visa processing as 3 working days
standard track
Validity
Passport must be valid at least 6 months; visa validity depends on route and approval issued
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm UAE MoFA's current entry category
UAE MoFA lists normal UAE passports for Gabon as Visa On Arrival. Check the page again shortly before travel because airline systems and consular guidance can lag behind country-page updates.
· Visa on arrival· UAE normal passport
/02
Choose the correct route
Use visa on arrival if your carrier and itinerary accept it, or apply through the official DGDI e-Visa portal for an advance authorization. DGDI e-Visas are currently valid only for air arrival via Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.
· VOA or DGDI e-Visa· Libreville e-Visa limit
/03
Gather entry documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months, yellow fever vaccination certificate, return or onward ticket, accommodation or host details, sufficient funds, and a payment method for any visa fee requested.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever certificate
/04
Use the official DGDI portal if applying before travel
If choosing the e-Visa route, submit the application only at evisa.dgdi.ga and keep the approval for presentation on arrival at Leon Mba International Airport.
· evisa.dgdi.ga· Print or save approval
/05
Use a mission for non-standard routes
For land, sea, non-Libreville arrival, long stays, work, or uncertain airline boarding rules, contact a Gabonese mission for a consular visa or written confirmation before departure.
· Consular route· Non-air arrivals
/06
Enter Gabon with supporting evidence
At arrival, present your UAE passport, yellow fever certificate, travel documents, accommodation details, and proof of funds. Final admission and stay length are determined by Gabon immigration.
· Final decision at border· Carry all documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Gabon · Visa on arrival for UAE normal passports; DGDI e-Visa or consular visa also available depending on route
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RequiredUAE ordinary passport valid at least 6 months
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation or host details in Gabon
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredPayment method or cash for any visa fee assessed on arrival or by the selected route
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalApproved DGDI e-Visa if using the e-Visa route
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalArrival by air via Leon Mba International Airport if relying on the DGDI e-Visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedRecent passport photo and application documents if using a consular visa route
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesUAE MoFA - Gabon travel requirementsGabon DGDI official e-Visa portalGabon High Commission UK - e-Visa contact
Application link included: Gabon DGDI official e-Visa portal
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on arrival feeNot publishedUAE MoFA lists VOA eligibility but does not publish a fee; confirm with airline, DGDI, or a Gabonese mission before departure
Consular tourist visa (single-entry)GBP 80Listed by Gabon High Commission UK for a 3-month single-entry tourist visa; local mission fees may differ
Consular tourist visa (multiple-entry)GBP 240Listed by Gabon High Commission UK for a 3-month multiple-entry tourist visa; local mission fees may differ
Yellow fever vaccinationVariesCost of the mandatory vaccination if not already held
Total estimateVaries — Variesincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At arrival
Use only after confirming your airline will board you under the current UAE MoFA VOA listing.
DGDI e-Visa
Before travel
Official advance channel at evisa.dgdi.ga; currently valid only for air arrival via Leon Mba International Airport in Libreville.
Consular tourist visa
About 3 working days where listed
Use for non-standard routes, non-air arrivals, or when you want mission-issued confirmation before travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
UAE normal passports are listed for VOA
UAE MoFA currently classifies normal UAE passports for Gabon as Visa On Arrival rather than mandatory pre-arrival e-Visa.
High
/02
DGDI e-Visa remains useful for air arrivals
The official e-Visa portal is still available for travelers who want advance authorization, but DGDI limits this channel to air arrival via Leon Mba International Airport.
High
/03
Route matters
Land, sea, or other non-Libreville routes may require a mission-issued visa or separate written confirmation.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever requirement
Gabon mission guidance lists a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate among tourist visa requirements, and travelers should carry it for entry checks.
Medium
/05
Fees should be confirmed before departure
UAE MoFA does not publish the VOA fee, while consular visa fees depend on the mission and route selected.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18 · major
Gabon route corrected to visa on arrival
Updated from mandatory e-Visa to visa on arrival for UAE normal passports based on UAE MoFA's Gabon page. Kept DGDI e-Visa as an official optional route for air arrival through Leon Mba International Airport and removed unsupported fixed EUR fee and short-stay length claims.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a UAE ordinary passport holder get a Gabon visa on arrival?—
Yes. UAE MoFA currently lists normal UAE passports for Gabon as Visa On Arrival. Confirm with your airline before travel because boarding systems may not update at the same speed as government pages.
Is the Gabon e-Visa still available?+
How much does the Gabon visa cost?+
Can I use the e-Visa at any border?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Was there a free Gabon tourist e-Visa?+
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