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Spain to Equatorial Guinea visa requirements

Spanish ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to visit Equatorial Guinea. Apply online before travel via the official portal, pay USD 75, and arrive through Malabo International Airport. Equatorial Guinea requires Spanish ordinary passport holders to obtain a visa before travel; there is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for Spain despite the countries' shared colonial history. Since 1 July 2023, Equatorial Guinea operates an electronic visa (eVisa) system that nearly all visitors must use. Spanish tourists apply online through the official eVisa portal, upload supporting documents, pay the USD 75 processing fee, and receive approval typically within 24-72 hours (allow up to 3-6 business days). The approved eVisa is generally single-entry, valid for up to 90 days from issue, and permits a stay of up to 90 days. A critical condition is that eVisa holders MUST enter the country through Malabo International Airport. Entry also requires a passport valid at least six months, an International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow fever, and frequently polio is checked), proof of accommodation, a confirmed return/onward ticket, and evidence of sufficient funds. Spain is not among the few visa-exempt nationalities (Barbados, Tunisia, Turkey, UAE) or the CEMAC bloc, so the eVisa is mandatory for ordinary Spanish passports.
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
Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (standard tourist eVisa)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 75 (government processing fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
24-72 hours typical; allow up to 3-6 business days
standard track
Validity
Valid up to 90 days from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and health requirements
Ensure your Spanish passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date and has blank pages. Obtain an International Certificate of Vaccination showing yellow fever (and ideally polio) vaccination, as it is checked on arrival.
· 6-month validity· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Gather supporting documents
Prepare a digital passport bio-page scan, a recent passport-style photo, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation), a confirmed return/onward ticket, travel insurance, and evidence of sufficient funds.
· Digital copies· PDF/JPG
/03
Complete the online eVisa application
Apply through the official Equatorial Guinea eVisa portal (equatorialguinea-evisa.com). Fill in personal, passport, and travel details and upload the required documents. The form takes around 20 minutes.
· Online only· ~20 minutes
/04
Pay the eVisa fee
Pay the USD 75 government processing fee online by card. Save the payment confirmation.
· USD 75· Card payment
/05
Receive and print the approved eVisa
Approval normally arrives by email within 24-72 hours; allow up to 3-6 business days. Print a paper copy of the approved eVisa to present at the airport.
· Email approval· Print copy
/06
Travel and enter via Malabo
You must arrive in Equatorial Guinea through Malabo International Airport (SSG). Present your printed eVisa, passport, vaccination certificate, and onward ticket to immigration.
· Malabo airport only· Carry all documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Spain -> Equatorial Guinea · Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay
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RequiredSpanish passport valid 6+ months beyond entry with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved eVisa printout
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredUSD 75 eVisa fee paid (payment receipt)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational Certificate of Vaccination - yellow fever
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation or invitation letter
Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (recommended evidence of funds)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPolio vaccination certificate (often checked)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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.
Application link included: Visa policy of Equatorial Guinea - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa government processing feeUSD 75Standard single-entry tourist eVisa, paid online
Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 20-60Cost at a Spanish travel clinic if not already vaccinated
Travel insuranceEUR 30-80Recommended for the duration of the trip
Total estimateUSD 75USD 75 + ~EUR 140 (vaccination and insurance)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy/consular visa
Several business days to weeks
Alternative route via the Equatorial Guinea Embassy in Madrid; slower and more document-intensive than the eVisa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Spain is not visa-exempt
Only Barbados, Tunisia, Turkey, UAE and CEMAC member states enter without a visa; Spanish ordinary passports are not exempt.
High
/02
eVisa system mandatory since July 2023
Equatorial Guinea requires almost all visitors to obtain an eVisa online before departure.
High
/03
Single-entry, short-stay tourist purpose
The standard tourist eVisa fits short sightseeing or family visits up to 90 days on one entry.
High
/04
Mandatory entry via Malabo airport
eVisa holders can only enter through Malabo International Airport, restricting arrival points.
Medium
/05
Health entry conditions
Yellow fever vaccination certificate and proof of funds are enforced at the border.
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
Spain to Eq. Guinea route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for Spanish ordinary passports against Equatorial Guinea visa policy sources and the official eVisa portal. Fee USD 75, single entry, up to 90-day stay, entry via Malabo only.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Spanish citizens visit Equatorial Guinea without a visa?
No. Despite the shared colonial history, Spain is not on Equatorial Guinea's visa-exempt list. Spanish ordinary passport holders must obtain an eVisa before travel.
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