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South Korea to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements

Q: What is the easiest way to get a Guinea-Bissau visa?

Apply online for the official RGB eVisa at rgb-visa.com before you travel. It grants a single-entry stay of up to 90 days and typically processes in about 3 business days.

Q: Is visa on arrival available?

Yes, a visa on arrival is available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau, but applying for the eVisa in advance is strongly recommended to avoid boarding refusal or delays.

Q: How much does the eVisa cost?

The eVisa fee is approximately 61.45 EUR plus a 2.50 EUR online transaction fee, for a total of about 64 EUR. Fees are non-refundable if the visa is denied.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is generally required to enter Guinea-Bissau. Carry the certificate with your travel documents.

Q: Is Guinea-Bissau part of the Schengen area?

No. Guinea-Bissau is a West African country and is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

South Korean ordinary passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau. The recommended route is the official online eVisa (RGB biometric eVisa), which grants a single-entry stay of up to 90 days. A visa on arrival is also available at Bissau's Osvaldo Vieira International Airport, but applying online in advance is safer. South Korea is not among the 14 countries (mostly ECOWAS members plus Cape Verde) that enjoy visa-free entry to Guinea-Bissau, so a visa is required for tourism. Since November 2015 Guinea-Bissau has used a biometric visa system, and the government operates an official electronic visa portal (RGB eVisa, run by CETIS) at rgb-visa.com. South Korean travelers can apply online before departure for a single-entry visa permitting a stay of up to 90 days; the eVisa fee is approximately 61.45 EUR plus a 2.50 EUR online transaction fee, with processing typically around 3 business days. A visa on arrival remains available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau, but obtaining the eVisa in advance is strongly recommended to avoid being denied boarding or delayed at the airport. Passports must be valid at least six months beyond the date of entry, with two blank pages, and travelers should carry proof of onward travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required. Guinea-Bissau is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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 (electronic biometric visa) - single entry; visa on arrival also available

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry options exist for frequent travelers)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. 61.45 EUR + 2.50 EUR online transaction fee

consular fee only

Processing time

Around 3 business days

standard track

Validity

Use within validity window; stay up to 90 days from entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa

South Korea is not on Guinea-Bissau's 14-country visa-exempt list, so a visa is required. The recommended channel is the official online eVisa.

· Required· Visa needed

/02

Prepare your documents

Have a passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry with 2 blank pages, a passport-style photo, proof of onward travel, accommodation details, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· 6-month validity· Yellow fever cert

/03

Apply on the official RGB eVisa portal

Go to rgb-visa.com, complete the online application form, and upload your passport bio page scan and photo. Apply at least 3 business days before travel.

· rgb-visa.com· Apply 3+ days ahead

/04

Pay the eVisa fee

Pay the visa fee (about 61.45 EUR) plus the 2.50 EUR online transaction fee by card. Fees are non-refundable if the visa is denied.

· ~64 EUR total· Non-refundable

/05

Receive your eVisa confirmation

Wait roughly 3 business days for processing. You will receive an email confirmation and a printable receipt to present at the border.

· ~3 business days· Print confirmation

/06

Travel and enter Guinea-Bissau

Carry your printed eVisa confirmation, passport, return ticket, and yellow fever certificate. Biometrics may be captured on arrival at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport.

· Print copy· Biometrics on entry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Guinea-Bissau · eVisa (electronic biometric visa) - single entry; visa on arrival also available

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 6+ months beyond entry date

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least 2 blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted online RGB 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

RequiredScanned passport bio page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredeVisa fee paid (~61.45 EUR + 2.50 EUR transaction fee)

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

RecommendedProof of onward/return travel

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation in Guinea-Bissau

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

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 - Wikipedia RGB Visa - Official Guinea-Bissau Electronic Visa Application U.S. Department of State - Guinea-Bissau Reciprocity & Travel

Application link included: Visa policy of Guinea-Bissau - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa fee (single entry, up to 90 days)61.45 EURGovernment biometric visa fee via RGB portal

Online transaction fee2.50 EURAdded to online applications; non-refundable

Visa on arrival (alternative)VariesPayable at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport; carry cash

Total estimate63.95 EUR — 64 EURincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official RGB eVisa (online)

~3 business days

Apply in advance at rgb-visa.com; receive email confirmation to present at the border. Recommended for reliability.

Visa on arrival

At the airport

Available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau, but risks boarding refusal or delays; less predictable than the eVisa.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

South Korea is not visa-exempt

Only 14 countries (mainly ECOWAS members and Cape Verde) have visa-free access; South Korea is not among them.

High

/02

Biometric visa requirement since 2015

Guinea-Bissau has required biometric visas since November 2015, captured online or on arrival.

High

/03

Official online eVisa available

The government operates the RGB electronic visa portal, making advance online application the cleanest route.

High

/04

Yellow fever entry requirement

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is generally required for entry, independent of visa status.

Medium

/05

Onward travel and funds checks

Travelers may be asked for proof of onward travel and sufficient funds at entry.

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

South Korea to Guinea-Bissau route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy, the official RGB eVisa portal, and U.S. State Department reciprocity data that South Korean ordinary passport holders require a visa, with the official online eVisa (single entry, up to 90 days, ~64 EUR) as the recommended route and visa on arrival as an alternative. Guinea-Bissau is not in the Schengen area.

/09 — The questions