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Philippines to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau?

Visa on arrival has historically been available, but in practice it requires a prior authorization letter from the Migration Office. The e-visa applied for in advance is the more reliable option for tourists.

Q: How long can I stay with a Guinea-Bissau tourist e-visa?

A single-entry e-visa typically allows a stay of up to 90 days. Multiple-entry options (valid up to 365 days) allow stays of 90 or 180 days.

Q: How long does the e-visa take to process?

Processing is usually up to 3 business days. Apply at least 7 days before departure to allow a buffer.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for most travelers entering Guinea-Bissau and may be checked at the border.

Q: Is Guinea-Bissau in the Schengen area?

No. Guinea-Bissau is in West Africa and is not part of Schengen, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau. The recommended channel is the online e-visa (RGB e-Visa platform), applied for before travel; a 90-day single-entry tourist e-visa is standard. A Philippines ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-exempt for Guinea-Bissau. Guinea-Bissau's visa-exemption list covers only a small number of West African / CPLP categories (largely diplomatic and service passport holders), and the Philippines is not included. Since 2023 Guinea-Bissau operates an official electronic visa (e-visa) system through the RGB e-Visa platform (rgb-visa.com), which is the standard pre-arrival channel for nationals who are not visa-exempt. Although older references describe a broad "visa on arrival for all other countries," in practice a visa-on-arrival now requires a prior authorization letter from the Migration Office, so applying for the e-visa in advance is the safest and most reliable route for a Filipino tourist. The single-entry biometric e-visa permits a stay of up to 90 days; multiple-entry options (valid up to 365 days, with 90 or 180-day stays) also exist. Processing is typically up to 3 business days. A passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival is required, and proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for most arrivals. Guinea-Bissau is in West Africa and is not part of 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

Electronic visa (e-visa), tourism / short visit

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (single-entry); multiple-entry options allow 90 or 180 days

per entry

Entries

Single-entry (multiple-entry options available)

from issue date

Visa fee

From approx. EUR 2.50 processing fee plus the visa fee (varies by entry type and stay; confirm on the official portal)

consular fee only

Processing time

Up to 3 business days (apply at least 7 days before travel)

standard track

Validity

Single-entry valid for the stay granted (up to 90 days); multiple-entry valid up to 365 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and passport validity

Ensure your Philippine ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date and has at least one blank page. The Philippines is not visa-exempt for Guinea-Bissau, so an advance visa is needed.

· 6-month validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Open the official e-visa portal

Go to the official Guinea-Bissau Electronic Visa Application platform (rgb-visa.com). Avoid unofficial intermediary sites that charge inflated service fees.

· rgb-visa.com· Official channel

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in personal and passport details, travel dates, purpose of visit (tourism), and accommodation information. Select single-entry (up to 90 days) or a multiple-entry option.

· Tourism purpose· Single or multiple entry

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload your passport bio-data page, a recent passport photo, proof of accommodation, a return/onward ticket, and evidence of sufficient funds.

· Passport scan· Photo· Onward ticket

/05

Pay the fee and submit

Pay the processing and visa fee online by card. Submit the application and keep the confirmation/reference number.

· Card payment· Keep reference

/06

Receive the e-visa and travel

Receive the approved e-visa by email (typically within 3 business days). Print a copy and carry it with your passport and proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival.

· Print e-visa· Yellow fever certificate

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Guinea-Bissau · Electronic visa (e-visa), tourism / short visit

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

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

RequiredApproved Guinea-Bissau e-visa (printed copy)

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking / host details)

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

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

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

required

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

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

recommended

RecommendedPrinted e-visa application reference / payment receipt

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.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Guinea-Bissau (Wikipedia)Guinea-Bissau Official Electronic Visa Application (RGB e-Visa)Visa requirements for Philippine citizens (Wikipedia)

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

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

E-visa application/processing feeapprox. EUR 2.50Non-refundable platform processing fee charged on the official portal

Single-entry tourist e-visa feeapprox. USD 40-100Varies by stay length; confirm exact amount on the official portal at time of application

Multiple-entry e-visa feeapprox. USD 100-200Higher fee for 90/180-day multiple-entry validity up to 365 days

Total estimateUSD 45 — USD 200incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-visa processing

Up to 3 business days

Apply online via the official RGB e-visa portal; approval emailed. Apply at least 7 days before travel to be safe.

Visa on arrival (authorization-letter scheme)

Pre-arrival letter required, then issued at port of entry

Historically available but in practice requires a prior authorization letter from the Migration Office; less reliable than the e-visa for tourists.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Philippines is not on Guinea-Bissau's visa-exempt list

Exemptions are limited to narrow West African / CPLP categories, so Filipino ordinary passport holders need a visa.

High

/02

Official e-visa system operating since 2023

Guinea-Bissau launched the RGB online e-visa platform, now the standard advance channel for non-exempt nationals.

High

/03

Visa on arrival is unreliable for tourists

VOA in practice requires a prior Migration Office authorization letter, making the advance e-visa the safer route.

Medium

/04

Yellow fever vaccination required

A yellow fever certificate is required for most arrivals and may be checked at entry.

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

Philippines to Guinea-Bissau route verified

Verified against Wikipedia visa policy, the official RGB e-visa portal, and VisaHQ. Philippines not visa-exempt; e-visa is the recommended advance channel (90-day single-entry, ~3-day processing).

/09 — The questions