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Italy to Guinea visa requirements

Italian passport holders need a visa for Guinea, and the easiest route is the official eVisa applied for online before travel via the Guinea Air & Border Police (PAF) portal. Italy is not on Guinea's visa-exempt list (which mainly covers ECOWAS/West African states and a few partner countries), so an ordinary Italian passport holder must obtain a visa before traveling to Guinea for tourism. Guinea operates an official electronic visa (eVisa) system managed by the Air and Border Police (Police de l'Air et des Frontières, PAF) at paf.gov.gn. Applicants apply online, pay roughly USD 80–82 for a short-stay single-entry tourist visa, and receive approval typically within 72 hours (the Italian foreign ministry advises allowing up to a week). The eVisa approval/registration receipt is presented on arrival at Conakry Airport, where biometrics (photo and fingerprints) are captured and the visa is issued. The passport must be valid for at least six months, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Guinea. Guinea is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Travelers should always confirm details on the official PAF portal and the Italian Farnesina ViaggiareSicuri site before booking.
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 (single-entry short-stay tourist visa / VCS)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days (single-entry tourist eVisa); short-stay visas issued for visits not exceeding 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
~USD 80–82 (eVisa service fee, paid online by card)
consular fee only
Processing time
Within 72 hours (allow up to ~1 week per Italian MFA advice)
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within 30 days of issue; 30-day stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa and check exemptions
Italy is not on Guinea's visa-exempt list, so an eVisa is required. Verify on the official PAF portal before booking flights.
· Official PAF portal· Italy not exempt
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months, a white-background passport photo, a confirmed return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· 6-month passport validity· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Complete the online eVisa application
Go to the official PAF Guinea eVisa portal (paf.gov.gn), fill in the form, and upload your passport bio page and return flight booking.
· paf.gov.gn· Upload passport + ticket
/04
Pay the eVisa fee
Pay the visa fee (~USD 80–82) online using a credit or debit card to submit your application.
· ~USD 80–82· Card payment
/05
Receive approval and print the receipt
Approval is normally issued within 72 hours. Download and print the eVisa registration/approval receipt to present on arrival.
· ~72 hours· Print receipt
/06
Complete biometrics on arrival in Conakry
At Conakry Airport, go to the designated visa counter, present your receipt, and have your photo and fingerprints captured to receive the visa.
· Conakry Airport· Biometric enrollment
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Italy -> Guinea · eVisa (single-entry short-stay tourist visa / VCS)
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RequiredPassport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Guinea eVisa registration/approval receipt (printed)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
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 invitation letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photo, white background
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredCredit or debit card for online fee payment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedCopies (digital and paper) of all key documents
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.
Official sourcesPAF Guinée — Official eVisa Portal (Air & Border Police)Ministero degli Affari Esteri — ViaggiareSicuri: GuineaViaggiareSicuri — Guinea Country Sheet (PDF)
Application link included: PAF Guinée — Official eVisa Portal (Air & Border Police)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Guinea eVisa fee (single-entry short stay)~USD 80–82Paid online by credit/debit card on the official PAF portal
Yellow fever vaccination~EUR 40–70Cost at an Italian travel clinic; mandatory for Guinea entry
Passport photo~EUR 5–10White-background photo if a digital one is not already available
Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 82incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
Within 72 hours
Official PAF processing window for the online eVisa application.
Buffer recommended by Italian MFA
Up to ~1 week
Farnesina advises not buying tickets departing less than 7 days after applying, in case of delays.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Italy is not on Guinea's visa-exempt list
Guinea waives visas mainly for ECOWAS/West African states and select partners; Italy is not included.
High
/02
Official eVisa system in place
Guinea's Air & Border Police (PAF) runs an online eVisa, the standard route for Italian tourists.
High
/03
Biometrics required on arrival
Photo and fingerprints are captured at Conakry Airport when the visa is finalized.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever vaccination mandatory
A valid yellow fever certificate is required for entry, separate from the visa.
Medium
/05
Not part of Schengen
Guinea is in West Africa; Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.
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
Italy to Guinea route verified
Confirmed via the official Guinea PAF eVisa portal and the Italian Farnesina ViaggiareSicuri that Italian ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (~USD 80–82, ~72h processing, single entry, yellow fever mandatory).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Italian citizens need a visa to visit Guinea?—
Yes. Italy is not on Guinea's visa-exempt list, so an Italian ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa, most easily the official eVisa, before traveling.
How much does the Guinea eVisa cost?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Guinea?+
How long can I stay in Guinea on the tourist eVisa?+
Where do I apply and collect the visa?+
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