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Do Germany passport holders need a visa to visit GN?

German ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to enter Guinea for tourism. Apply online before travel via the official Guinean border police (PAF) portal at paf.gov.gn; a single-entry tourist eVisa costs about USD 80 and is normally approved within 72 hours. Guinea (Republic of Guinea, capital Conakry) is not a visa-free destination for German citizens. Germany passport holders must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) before departure, applied for online through the official PAF Guinea portal (paf.gov.gn/visa) operated by the Guinean border police. This is confirmed by the German Federal Foreign Office (Auswaertiges Amt), which directs travelers to apply online on the Guinean border police website prior to arrival. The standard tourist eVisa is single-entry, valid for a stay of up to 90 days (3 months), with a government fee of around USD 80 and approval typically within 72 hours. On arrival at Conakry International Airport (CKY), travelers present the eVisa registration receipt for biometric enrollment (photo and fingerprints) at the visa counter. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required in practice; border control frequently demands proof from all arrivals, and it is mandatory for anyone arriving from a yellow fever endemic zone. Guinea is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route. Travelers should apply only through the official paf.gov.gn portal to avoid overpriced third-party intermediaries, and verify current rules close to departure as Guinean regulations can change without prior notice.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (electronic tourist visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (3 months)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (standard tourist eVisa)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 80 government fee (single entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 72 hours (3 business days)
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the eVisa; stay up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport validity
Ensure your German ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry into Guinea and has at least one blank page. ID cards are not accepted.
· 6-month validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Get a yellow fever vaccination
Obtain a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel and keep the international vaccination certificate (yellow card). It is required in practice for entry and mandatory if arriving from an endemic zone.
· At least 10 days before travel· International certificate
/03
Apply online via the official PAF portal
Go to the official Guinean border police eVisa site at paf.gov.gn/visa and complete the tourist eVisa application. Avoid third-party agencies that add markups.
· paf.gov.gn/visa· Official portal only
/04
Upload documents and pay the fee
Upload a passport bio-page scan, a recent digital photo, round-trip ticket, hotel booking/lodging proof and a recent bank statement, then pay the eVisa fee online.
· Card payment· Document uploads
/05
Receive eVisa approval
Wait for approval, normally within 72 hours. Approval is at the authority's discretion and is not guaranteed; the fee is non-refundable if rejected.
· ~72 hours· Non-refundable
/06
Complete biometric enrollment on arrival
At Conakry Airport (CKY), present your eVisa registration receipt at the visa counter for biometric enrollment (photo and fingerprints) before clearing immigration.
· Conakry CKY· Biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
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German passport valid 6+ months beyond entry, with a blank page
required
Approved Guinea eVisa (printed registration receipt)
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (international yellow card)
required
Recent digital passport-style photograph
required
Confirmed round-trip flight tickets
required
Hotel reservation or proof of lodging for the full stay
required
Recent bank statement showing sufficient funds
required
Means of online payment (credit/debit card) for the eVisa fee
required
Travel/health insurance covering Guinea
recommended
Hepatitis A and polio vaccinations
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa (single entry)USD 80Government fee for single-entry tourist eVisa, up to 90 days
Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 50-90Indicative cost at a German vaccination center; required in practice
Third-party agency service feeUSD 0-100Optional; avoidable by applying directly on paf.gov.gn
Total estimateUSD 80USD 180incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Third-party expedited service
1-3 business days
Commercial agencies offer faster handling for an extra fee, but processing still depends on Guinean authorities.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Germany has no visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangement with Guinea; Guinea requires advance visas from non-ECOWAS nationals.
High
/02
eVisa is the standard channel
Guinea moved tourist visa issuance to an online eVisa system via the PAF border police portal, the route the German Foreign Office points travelers to.
High
/03
Incomplete supporting documents
Missing round-trip tickets, hotel proof, bank statement or photo can delay or cause rejection of the eVisa.
Medium
/04
Missing yellow fever certificate
Border control frequently demands proof of yellow fever vaccination; lacking it can lead to refused entry.
Medium
/05
Using unofficial websites
Third-party sites can overcharge or submit incorrectly; only paf.gov.gn is the official portal.
Low
/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
Germany to Guinea route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for German ordinary passport holders via the German Federal Foreign Office and the official PAF Guinea border police portal (paf.gov.gn). Single-entry tourist eVisa ~USD 80, up to 90-day stay, ~72-hour processing; yellow fever vaccination required in practice.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Germans enter Guinea without a visa?
No. German citizens must obtain an eVisa before travel. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival option for tourism.
Where do I apply for the Guinea eVisa?+
How long does the eVisa take and how much does it cost?+
How long can I stay in Guinea on a tourist eVisa?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Guinea?+
/11 — Passport tools

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