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South Korea to Guinea visa requirements

South Korean ordinary passport holders need a visa for Guinea, but can apply online for an eVisa (Entry Visa Letter) before travel, with biometrics captured on arrival. Guinea (Conakry, West Africa) is not visa-free for South Korean ordinary passport holders. The country operates an official electronic visa system run by the Police de l'Air et des Frontieres (paf.gov.gn). South Koreans apply online, pay USD 80, and on approval receive an Entry Visa Letter by email. The physical visa is issued at a visa-on-arrival counter on entry, where a photo and fingerprints are captured. The eVisa is single-entry and valid for a short stay of up to 90 days; the standard tourist product is commonly issued for a 30-day stay. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry, and a valid passport plus a return/onward ticket are required. Guinea is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Because no no-visa channel exists for Korean nationals, the verdict is eVisa. Travelers should apply only through the official paf.gov.gn portal to avoid third-party surcharges; fees are non-refundable even if the application is rejected.
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 (online application + biometric issuance on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (tourist product often issued for 30 days)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 80 (government fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3 business days
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the Entry Visa Letter (short stay, up to 90 days)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Verify your South Korean passport is valid with at least 6 months remaining and has a blank page, and obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for Guinea.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever required
/02
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the official Guinea immigration portal at paf.gov.gn/visa. Avoid unofficial sites that add service fees on top of the government charge.
· paf.gov.gn
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in personal and travel details and upload a scanned passport data page, a passport photo, your return/onward ticket, and the yellow fever certificate.
· Online form· Document uploads
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the USD 80 government fee online by card. The fee is non-refundable even if the application is later denied.
· USD 80· Non-refundable
/05
Receive the Entry Visa Letter
After about 3 business days, an approval (Entry Visa Letter) is emailed to you. Print it and carry it for travel.
· ~3 business days· Print the letter
/06
Complete issuance on arrival
At the Guinea port of entry, present the Entry Visa Letter at the visa-on-arrival counter, where your photo and fingerprints are captured and the physical visa is issued in your passport.
· Biometrics at arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
South Korea -> Guinea · eVisa (online application + biometric issuance on arrival)
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RequiredSouth Korean passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Guinea 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
RequiredScanned passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward air ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation in Guinea
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPayment card for the USD 80 online fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
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.
Application link included: Guinea Police de l'Air et des Frontieres - Official Visa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Guinea eVisa government feeUSD 80Standard tourist eVisa; paid online; non-refundable if denied
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (clinic-dependent)Mandatory certificate; cost depends on the clinic in Korea
Optional third-party agency feeUSD 20-100+Only if using a commercial service instead of the official portal; avoidable
Total estimateUSD 80USD 180incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Commercial visa agency
3-7 business days
Third-party services handle the form for an added fee; not necessary and more expensive.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
South Korea is not visa-exempt for Guinea
Guinea's visa-free list is mainly ECOWAS members; South Korea is not exempt, so a visa is required.
High
/02
eVisa is the standard channel
Guinea operates an official electronic visa system allowing online application before travel.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate is mandatory
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required both for the application and on arrival.
High
/04
Single-entry limitation
The eVisa is issued for a single entry, so re-entry requires a new visa.
Medium
/05
Biometrics completed on arrival
The eVisa is finalized at the airport, where a photo and fingerprints are taken.
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
South Korea to Guinea route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for South Korean ordinary passport holders via the official Guinea immigration portal (paf.gov.gn) and Wikipedia visa-requirements data: USD 80, single entry, short stay up to 90 days, ~3 business days, yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can South Koreans enter Guinea without a visa?
No. South Korea is not on Guinea's visa-exempt list, so an eVisa or embassy visa is required before travel.
How much does the Guinea eVisa cost?+
How long does processing take?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Is the eVisa single or multiple entry?+
Where should I apply to avoid extra charges?+
/11 — Passport tools

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