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Japan to Guinea visa requirements

Japanese ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Guinea for tourism. The simplest route is the official Guinea eVisa (PAF), which costs around USD 80 for a single-entry stay of up to 90 days and is approved within roughly 72 hours to 4 business days. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Guinea. Japan is not on Guinea's visa-exemption list (which mainly covers ECOWAS states plus a few others such as Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Singapore and Rwanda), so a Japanese ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before traveling. Guinea operates an official electronic visa (eVisa) system through the Police de l'Air et des Frontieres (PAF) at paf.gov.gn. A traveler applies online, receives an Entry Visa Letter once approved, and then completes biometric capture (photo and fingerprints) at the visa counter on arrival at Conakry (Gbessia) International Airport. The standard tourist eVisa is USD 80, valid for a single entry and a stay of up to 90 days. Official processing is stated as within 72 hours; third-party trackers commonly cite 3 to 4 business days. A valid passport with at least six months' validity beyond entry, a return ticket, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate are required. Travelers should apply only through the official PAF portal to avoid inflated third-party fees. Guinea is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
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, tourism)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 80 (tourist eVisa)
consular fee only
Processing time
Within 72 hours (commonly 3-4 business days)
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the approval letter; stay up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
Japan is not on Guinea's visa-exemption list, so a Japanese ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa. The eVisa is the standard route for tourism.
· Japan: not visa-exempt· Route: eVisa
/02
Gather required documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry, a scanned passport bio-data page, a passport photo, a confirmed return/onward ticket, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever cert
/03
Apply on the official PAF portal
Complete the online eVisa application at paf.gov.gn, selecting the tourist visa category and uploading your documents.
· paf.gov.gn· Tourist visa
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the USD 80 tourist eVisa fee online. Fees are non-refundable even if the application is denied.
· USD 80· Non-refundable
/05
Receive the Entry Visa Letter
Wait for approval (officially within 72 hours; often 3-4 business days). Download and print the Entry Visa Letter sent by email.
· ~72h· Print the letter
/06
Complete biometrics on arrival
At Conakry airport, go to the visa-on-arrival counter to provide your photo and fingerprints and have the visa issued in your passport.
· Conakry airport· Biometrics
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Japan -> Guinea · eVisa (single entry, tourism)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond date of entry
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredScanned copy of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredApproved Guinea eVisa / Entry Visa Letter (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
RecommendedProof of accommodation booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (e.g. bank statement)
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
RecommendedApply only via the official PAF portal (paf.gov.gn)
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 Guinea - Official eVisa PortalPAF Guinea - Visa Information (DNPAF)Visa policy of Guinea - Wikipedia
Application link included: PAF Guinea - Official eVisa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa (up to 90 days)USD 80Standard single-entry tourist eVisa via PAF
Transit visa (up to 3 days)USD 50Alternative if only transiting Guinea
Long-term visa (VLS, 1 year)USD 150For longer stays; not needed for short tourism
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries by clinicCost of the mandatory vaccination in Japan, not a visa fee
Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 110incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
Within 72 hours
Official PAF stated turnaround from date of application.
Buffer estimate
3-4 business days
Commonly cited real-world turnaround; apply well ahead of travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Japan not on the exemption list
Guinea's visa waiver covers mainly ECOWAS members and a short list of other states; Japan is not included, so a visa is required.
High
/02
eVisa is the standard channel
Guinea routes most visa-required nationals, including Japanese citizens, through its official online eVisa system.
High
/03
Yellow fever entry rule
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers, separate from the visa.
High
/04
Biometrics completed on arrival
The eVisa is finalized with photo and fingerprint capture at Conakry airport, so the online approval alone is not the final visa.
Medium
/05
Non-refundable fee
Visa fees are retained as administrative costs even if the application is refused.
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
Japan to Guinea route verified
Verified against the official Guinea PAF eVisa portal and visa policy sources: Japan is not visa-exempt; tourist eVisa USD 80 for up to 90 days, single entry, yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Japanese citizens enter Guinea without a visa?—
No. Japan is not on Guinea's visa-exemption list, so a Japanese ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa, normally the official eVisa, before traveling.
How much does the Guinea tourist eVisa cost?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Guinea?+
Where should I apply for the Guinea eVisa?+
Do I get the visa fully online?+
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