The visa allows a stay of up to 90 days. It is normally issued for a single entry.

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Austria to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements

Q: How much does the visa on arrival cost?

Around EUR 85 (about 55,000 XOF), payable in cash. Euros and US dollars are widely accepted; bring the exact amount as cards are not reliably accepted.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory and is checked on entry. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.

Q: Should I get the eVisa or the visa on arrival?

Both are valid. The eVisa is recommended if you arrive late at night, have tight connections, or travel in a mixed-passport group, as it removes the uncertainty of the airport queue.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?

No. Guinea-Bissau is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so neither the 90/180 rule nor ETIAS applies to this trip.

Austrian (ordinary) passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau but can obtain a visa on arrival at Bissau Osvaldo Vieira International Airport for tourist stays of up to 90 days. An eVisa is also available online as a pre-travel alternative. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Austria is not on Guinea-Bissau's short list of visa-exempt nationalities (mainly ECOWAS and a few others), so Austrian tourists require a visa. The standard, long-established route is a visa on arrival (VOA) granted at the airport in Bissau, valid for a single entry and a stay of up to 90 days, paid in cash (commonly around EUR 85 / approx. 55,000 XOF). Since 2024, an eVisa can also be arranged online through authorized service providers as a more predictable alternative, with approval typically in a few days to a week. For both channels a passport valid at least 6 months, an International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever, proof of onward travel and accommodation are required. Because Guinea-Bissau is in West Africa, the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here. Where queues, late-night arrivals, or group/mixed-passport travel are a concern, obtaining the eVisa in advance is recommended.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa on arrival (single entry); eVisa available online as alternative

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. EUR 85 (about 55,000 XOF) for visa on arrival, cash only

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued on arrival (minutes); eVisa typically 3-7 business days

standard track

Validity

Stay up to 90 days; eVisa generally valid 90 days from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you are not visa-exempt

Austria is not among Guinea-Bissau's visa-exempt nationalities, so a visa (VOA or eVisa) is required for tourism.

· Austrian ordinary passport· Tourism

/02

Get vaccinated against yellow fever

Obtain the yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel and carry the International Certificate of Vaccination (carte jaune). It is checked on entry.

· Mandatory· 10 days before travel

/03

Choose VOA or eVisa

Decide between a visa on arrival at Bissau airport or an eVisa arranged online in advance. Choose the eVisa if you have late arrivals, tight connections, or travel in a mixed-passport group.

· VOA at airport· eVisa online

/04

Prepare supporting documents

Have a passport valid 6+ months, confirmed accommodation, a return/onward ticket and sufficient funds. For the eVisa, prepare digital scans and a passport photo.

· Passport 6 months· Onward ticket

/05

Apply (eVisa) or carry cash (VOA)

For the eVisa, complete the online form, upload documents and pay online. For VOA, bring the fee in exact cash (euros widely accepted) as cards are not accepted at the airport.

· Cash for VOA· Pay online for eVisa

/06

Enter Guinea-Bissau

Present your passport, yellow fever certificate and visa/eVisa (or pay the VOA at the immigration desk) on arrival in Bissau.

· Bissau OXB airport

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Austria -> Guinea-Bissau · Visa on arrival (single entry); eVisa available online as alternative

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredAustrian passport valid at least 6 months beyond departure with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredVisa fee in cash (euros/USD/XOF) for visa on arrival

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedeVisa approval printout (if applying online instead of VOA)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedPassport-style photo (for eVisa application)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the duration of stay

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalCopies of key documents stored separately

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

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 sourcesWikipedia - Visa policy of Guinea-Bissau VisaVerge - Guinea-Bissau Visa Guide 2026 Arrival Cards - Guinea-Bissau Entry Information

Application link included: Wikipedia - Visa policy of Guinea-Bissau

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa on arrival (single entry)EUR 85 (approx. 55,000 XOF)Paid in cash at Bissau airport; cards not accepted

eVisa service feeEUR 90-150Charged by authorized online service providers; varies by provider

Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 60-90Cost in Austria at a travel clinic; one-time, lifelong validity

Total estimateEUR 85 — EUR 150incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at Bissau airport

Issued on arrival (minutes)

Standard channel; pay cash at the immigration desk. Possible queues; risk if arriving late at night.

eVisa via authorized online provider

3-7 business days

Apply online before travel, pay and receive approval by email. More predictable; recommended for tight schedules or group travel.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Austria not visa-exempt

Austria is not on Guinea-Bissau's short visa-exemption list, so a visa is required for all visitors.

High

/02

Visa on arrival available

Non-exempt nationalities can obtain a 90-day visa on arrival at Bissau International Airport.

High

/03

eVisa as a safer alternative

An online eVisa avoids airport queues and uncertainty, useful for late arrivals or mixed-passport groups.

Medium

/04

Yellow fever certificate mandatory

Entry is refused without a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.

High

/05

Cash-only VOA payment

The on-arrival fee must be paid in cash as card facilities are unreliable at the airport.

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

2026-05-30 · major

Austria to Guinea-Bissau route verified

Confirmed Austria is not visa-exempt; visa on arrival (up to 90 days, approx. EUR 85 cash) remains the standard channel and an eVisa is available online as an alternative. Yellow fever certificate mandatory.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Austrian citizens need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?—

Yes. Austria is not visa-exempt, so a visa is required. You can get a visa on arrival at Bissau airport or apply for an eVisa online before traveling.

How much does the visa on arrival cost?+

Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+

How long can I stay?+

Should I get the eVisa or the visa on arrival?+

Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+

/11 — Passport tools