Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit GQ?
UK ordinary passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea and should obtain an eVisa online before travelling. There is no visa on arrival. The eVisa is single entry, allows stays up to 90 days, costs about USD 75, and is normally processed within 24-72 hours. eVisa holders must enter via Malabo International Airport, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. A British citizen holding an ordinary passport requires a visa to enter Equatorial Guinea for tourism or a short visit; the UK is not on Equatorial Guinea's small visa-exempt list (limited to a few states such as the UAE, Turkey, Tunisia, Barbados and CEMAC member nationals with ID cards). Since the launch of the national eVisa system on 1 July 2023, the recommended and most reliable route for tourists is to apply online for an eVisa before travel. The eVisa is typically a single-entry permit allowing a stay of up to 90 days, with a processing fee of around USD 75 and processing usually completed within 24-72 hours (allow a few business days). UK GOV travel advice confirms a visa is mandatory and that travellers can apply online or in person at the embassy; it stresses ensuring the border officer issues the visa and stamps the passport on arrival. Important practical conditions: eVisa holders must arrive through Malabo International Airport; the passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival; and proof of yellow fever vaccination is required. Tourist applicants are commonly asked for a confirmed hotel booking, a return/onward ticket and evidence of sufficient funds. There is no visa-on-arrival facility for British citizens. Where any doubt exists or for entry to mainland Bata or other points, applicants should confirm with the Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in London before travelling.
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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