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Italy to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements

Italian passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau. The recommended route is the official eVisa (single-entry biometric visa for stays up to 90 days). A visa on arrival at Bissau airport is also available but riskier. Italy is not among the 14 ECOWAS member states that enjoy visa-free entry to Guinea-Bissau, so Italian ordinary passport holders require a visa for any tourist visit. Two practical channels exist. The recommended option is the official electronic visa (eVisa) issued through the Republic of Guinea-Bissau's Electronic Visa Application System, which delivers a single-entry biometric visa for a stay of up to 90 days; frequent travelers can request multiple-entry or long-stay variants. Travelers complete an online form, upload a passport bio-page scan and a photo, and pay online (the visa fee plus a small 2.50 EUR processing charge), with approval typically returned within a few business days. Alternatively, a visa on arrival is granted at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau, payable in cash (around 85 EUR), but it carries the usual risks of queues, cash-only payment and discretionary refusal, so securing the eVisa in advance is preferable. Regardless of route, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers aged one year and older, the passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay, and travelers should carry proof of accommodation and an onward/return ticket.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (single-entry biometric); visa on arrival also available
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry and long-stay options available for frequent travelers)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. 70 EUR + 2.50 EUR processing (eVisa); approx. 85 EUR cash (visa on arrival)
consular fee only
Processing time
A few business days (up to ~5 working days); rush 24-48h via some providers
standard track
Validity
Typically valid for entry within 90 days of issue; stay up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Italy is not an ECOWAS member, so an Italian ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before or on arrival. The eVisa is the recommended, lower-risk route.
· Visa required· eVisa recommended
/02
Prepare your documents
Have a passport valid at least 6 months beyond your stay with a blank page, a recent passport-style photo, a yellow fever vaccination certificate, accommodation details, and a return/onward ticket.
· 6-month passport validity· Yellow fever certificate
/03
Complete the online eVisa application
Go to the official Electronic Visa Application System (rgb-visa.com), fill in personal and travel details, and upload your passport bio page and photo.
· Online form· Document upload
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the visa fee plus the 2.50 EUR processing charge by card. Payment does not guarantee approval; the authority may accept or reject the request.
· Card payment· Non-refundable
/05
Receive and print your eVisa approval
Approval is usually emailed within a few business days. Print the eVisa/approval letter to present on arrival.
· Email delivery· Print copy
/06
Enter Guinea-Bissau
Present your passport, printed eVisa, yellow fever certificate, accommodation proof and onward ticket at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau.
· Bissau airport· Carry yellow card
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Italy -> Guinea-Bissau · eVisa (single-entry biometric); visa on arrival also available
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredItalian passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online eVisa application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital scan)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScan of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (age 1+)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredVisa fee paid online (card) or cash for visa on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPrinted eVisa approval letter
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 sourcesVisa policy of Guinea-Bissau — WikipediaRepublic of Guinea-Bissau Electronic Visa Application System (RGB Visa)Guinea-Bissau Travel Advisory & Country Information — U.S. Department of State
Application link included: Visa policy of Guinea-Bissau — Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa visa fee (single-entry, up to 90 days)~70 EURGovernment visa charge via official eVisa portal
eVisa online processing fee2.50 EURAdded to each online application
Visa on arrival fee~85 EURCash only at Bissau airport; CFA franc equivalent accepted
Multiple-entry / long-stay variant~88 EUR (6-month) and upOptional, for frequent travelers
Total estimate~72.50 EUR — ~90 EURincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa
A few business days (up to ~5 working days)
Apply online in advance, receive approval by email, print before travel.
Rush eVisa (via providers)
24-48 hours
Expedited handling offered by some service providers at extra cost.
Visa on arrival
At the border on arrival
Issued at Bissau airport; cash only, with risk of queues and discretionary refusal.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Italy is not visa-exempt
Only 14 ECOWAS member states enjoy visa-free entry to Guinea-Bissau; Italy is not among them, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Yellow fever certificate is required
All travelers aged one year and older must show a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter.
High
/03
Passport validity shortfall
The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay, with a blank page.
Medium
/04
Missing supporting documents
Lack of accommodation proof or an onward/return ticket can delay or block entry.
Medium
/05
Relying on visa on arrival
Cash-only payment and discretionary issuance make visa on arrival riskier than securing the eVisa in advance.
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-Bissau route verified
Confirmed Italian ordinary passport holders require a visa; eVisa is the recommended channel with visa on arrival also available. Verified against Guinea-Bissau visa policy, the official eVisa system, and the U.S. State Department country page.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Italian citizens visit Guinea-Bissau without a visa?—
No. Italy is not an ECOWAS member state, so Italian ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa, either online (eVisa) or on arrival, for any tourist visit.
Is an eVisa available for Guinea-Bissau?+
How much does the visa cost?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Should I use the eVisa or visa on arrival?+
How long can I stay in Guinea-Bissau as a tourist?+
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