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Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa to visit GN?

HK ordinary passport holders need a visa for Guinea. The recommended route is the official Guinea eVisa, applied for online before travel via the PAF (Air and Border Police) portal at paf.gov.gn. Approval arrives by email as an Entry Visa Letter, which you print and present on arrival in Conakry, where biometric enrollment is completed. As of 2026, Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport holders require a visa to enter Guinea for tourism. Guinea is not listed among the destinations granting visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to HKSAR passport holders by the Hong Kong Immigration Department. The Republic of Guinea operates an official electronic visa (eVisa) system managed by the Police de l'Air et des Frontières (PAF) at paf.gov.gn. A tourist eVisa is single-entry, permits a stay of up to 90 days, and is approved within roughly 72 hours. Applicants must hold a passport valid at least 6 months, supply a return ticket and a passport photo, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required (yellow fever is endemic in Guinea). After online approval, travelers receive an Entry Visa Letter by email; this must be printed and presented at Conakry airport, where biometric data is captured before the visa is issued. Travelers should apply at least several days before departure and verify fees and document rules on the official PAF portal, as third-party agency sites charge higher service fees.
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 (Tourist) - apply online before travel; single-entry
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 80 (official government fee; agency services charge more)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 72 hours (3 business days)
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the Entry Visa Letter (typically up to 90 days from issue)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eVisa eligibility and prepare documents
Verify your HK passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival and has a blank page. Gather a scan of the passport bio-data page, a recent passport-size photo, a return/onward ticket, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· 6 months validity· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Apply on the official PAF eVisa portal
Go to paf.gov.gn/visa, create an application, select the Tourist visa, and complete the form with your travel and personal details. Avoid unofficial agency sites unless you accept their added service fees.
· paf.gov.gn/visa· Tourist category
/03
Upload documents and pay the fee
Upload the required scans and pay the USD 80 visa fee online by card. Keep the payment confirmation and your application reference number.
· USD 80· Card payment
/04
Wait for approval (about 72 hours)
The competent authority reviews the application, typically within 72 hours. You will receive an Entry Visa Letter (entry authorization) by email once approved.
· ~72 hours· Entry Visa Letter by email
/05
Print the Entry Visa Letter
Print the approved Entry Visa Letter / registration receipt. You must carry the paper copy along with your passport for the journey.
· Print copy· Carry on travel
/06
Complete biometric enrollment on arrival in Conakry
At Conakry International Airport, proceed to the designated visa-issuance counter, present your passport and printed Entry Visa Letter, and complete biometric enrollment to receive the visa sticker.
· Conakry airport· Biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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HK passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page
required
Completed Guinea eVisa application via paf.gov.gn
required
Scanned passport bio-data page
required
Recent passport-size photograph
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
Return or onward air ticket
required
USD 80 visa fee paid (card)
required
Printed Entry Visa Letter / registration receipt to present on arrival
required
Proof of accommodation or hotel booking
recommended
Sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa fee (official government fee)USD 80Charged on the official PAF portal; single entry, up to 90 days
Yellow fever vaccinationApprox. USD 30-80Cost at a clinic in Hong Kong; mandatory, valid for life under WHO rules
Agency / facilitation service fee (optional)USD 30-130Only if using a third-party visa service instead of the official portal
Total estimateUSD 80USD 290incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Third-party agency processing
1-5 business days
Commercial visa services handle the application for an extra fee; timing depends on the provider, not faster than the official channel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free or visa-on-arrival agreement
Guinea does not appear on the Hong Kong Immigration Department's list of destinations offering visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to HKSAR passport holders, so a visa must be arranged.
High
/02
Wrong visa type or missing Entry Visa Letter
Travelers have been refused entry with the wrong visa or without the printed Entry Visa Letter. Carry the printed approval and select the correct (Tourist) category.
Medium
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
Yellow fever is endemic in Guinea and proof of vaccination is checked on arrival; without it entry can be denied.
Medium
/04
Insufficient passport validity
Passports must be valid at least 6 months beyond arrival; shorter validity can lead to rejection of the eVisa or refusal at the border.
Medium
/05
Applying too late before travel
Approval takes about 72 hours; last-minute applications risk not being approved in time for departure.
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
HK to Guinea route verified
Confirmed via the official PAF eVisa portal and the Hong Kong Immigration Department list that HK ordinary passport holders require a Guinea eVisa (single entry, up to 90 days, USD 80, ~72-hour processing) applied for online before travel, with biometric enrollment on arrival in Conakry.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa for Guinea?
Yes. Guinea is not on Hong Kong's visa-free or visa-on-arrival list, so HK ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa. The standard route is the official Guinea eVisa applied for online before travel.
How do I apply for the Guinea eVisa?+
How much does the Guinea tourist eVisa cost and how long does it take?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Guinea?+
Is the Guinea eVisa a true visa-on-arrival?+
How long can I stay in Guinea on a tourist eVisa?+
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