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Netherlands to Guinea visa requirements

Netherlands passport holders need a visa for Guinea, obtainable as an official eVisa (USD 80) via the Guinea Border Police portal before travel. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. A Netherlands ordinary passport holder cannot enter Guinea visa-free. The Netherlands is not an ECOWAS member and is not on Guinea's short visa-exemption list, so a visa is required for tourism. Guinea operates an official electronic visa (eVisa) system run by the Direction Nationale de la Police de l'Air et des Frontieres (PAF / Border Police) at paf.gov.gn. Travelers apply online, upload a passport datapage, return ticket and yellow fever certificate, and pay USD 80 for a tourist eVisa valid for a stay of up to 90 days, single entry. Approval is typically issued within about 72 hours (3 business days). On approval an Entry Visa Letter is emailed; the traveler presents it on arrival, where photo and fingerprints are captured and proof of sufficient funds may be requested. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is a strict entry condition. There is no genuine visa-on-arrival channel for Dutch tourists, and the eVisa fee is non-refundable even if the application is rejected. Apply only via the official paf.gov.gn portal to avoid third-party markups.
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
Electronic visa (eVisa) - Tourist
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
Approx. 72 hours (3 business days)
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the Entry Visa Letter; stay up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport
Ensure your Netherlands ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date and has a blank page. Have a scan of the photo/datapage ready.
· 6+ months validity· Scan datapage
/02
Get vaccinated for yellow fever
Obtain a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel and keep the International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card); it is required for the application and on arrival.
· Yellow fever mandatory· Keep yellow card
/03
Apply on the official portal
Create an application on the official Guinea Border Police eVisa site paf.gov.gn/visa. Select the Tourist Visa, complete the form, and upload your passport datapage, return ticket and yellow fever certificate.
· paf.gov.gn/visa· Tourist visa type
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay the USD 80 tourist eVisa fee online by card. The fee is non-refundable even if the application is rejected.
· USD 80· Non-refundable
/05
Receive the Entry Visa Letter
Wait for approval, usually within about 72 hours. Download and print the Entry Visa Letter that arrives by email once the request is approved.
· ~72 hours· Print the letter
/06
Enter Guinea
On arrival at Conakry, present your Entry Visa Letter, passport, yellow fever certificate, return ticket and proof of sufficient funds. Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) are captured at the enrolment counter.
· Show letter + yellow card· Biometrics on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Netherlands -> Guinea · Electronic visa (eVisa) - Tourist
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RequiredNetherlands passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredScanned colour copy of passport datapage
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required 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 (yellow card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo (digital)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredPaid USD 80 eVisa fee (card payment)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip
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 sourcesGuinea Border Police (PAF) - Official eVisa PortalPAF Guinee - Visa information (EN)Visa policy of Guinea - Wikipedia
Application link included: Guinea Border Police (PAF) - Official eVisa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa feeUSD 80Official government fee via paf.gov.gn; non-refundable
Transit visa (alternative, if applicable)USD 50For stays up to 3 days only; not for tourism
Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 50-90Cost at a Dutch travel clinic; varies by provider
Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 170incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
Approx. 72 hours (3 business days)
Official processing window stated by the Guinea Border Police portal; apply at least a week ahead to allow for delays.
Apply early buffer
7-14 days before travel
Recommended lead time to absorb possible delays or requests for additional documents, since there is no guaranteed approval.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Not an ECOWAS member
Visa exemptions for Guinea mainly cover ECOWAS states and a few bilateral partners; the Netherlands is not among them, so a visa is required.
High
/02
No visa-on-arrival for Dutch tourists
Guinea channels visa-required nationals through the online eVisa system rather than issuing tourist visas on arrival.
High
/03
Yellow fever entry condition
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and can block entry if missing, independent of the visa.
Medium
/04
Non-refundable fee
The USD 80 fee is lost if the application is rejected, so accurate documents matter.
Medium
/05
Use of unofficial agent sites
Many third-party sites charge markups; applying outside paf.gov.gn increases cost and fraud risk.
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
Netherlands to Guinea route verified
Confirmed via the official Guinea Border Police (PAF) eVisa portal that Netherlands ordinary passport holders require a tourist eVisa (USD 80, up to 90 days, single entry, ~72h processing), with yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Netherlands citizens need a visa to visit Guinea?—
Yes. Dutch ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before travel. Guinea issues an official tourist eVisa online via paf.gov.gn; there is no visa-free entry.
How much does the Guinea eVisa cost?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Guinea?+
Can I get a visa on arrival in Conakry?+
How long can I stay on a Guinea tourist eVisa?+
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