🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

🇬🇦GabonSA-GA

Saudi Arabia to Gabon visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Gabon eVisa?

Apply through Gabon's official DGDI eVisa portal at evisa.dgdi.ga, uploading your passport bio-page and a recent photo.

Q: How much does the Gabon eVisa cost?

About EUR 70 for a 1-3 month visa and EUR 185 for a 6-month multiple-entry visa. A yellow fever vaccination is also required at separate cost.

Q: How long can I stay in Gabon on the eVisa?

The tourist eVisa allows a stay of up to 90 days.

Q: Can I enter Gabon by land or sea with the eVisa?

No. The eVisa system is currently air-arrival based and requires entry via Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

Q: Is the yellow fever vaccination mandatory?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Gabon and must be carried with you.

Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders need a Gabon eVisa, applied for online in advance via the official DGDI portal before travel. Holders of a Saudi Arabia ordinary passport require an electronic visa (eVisa) to enter Gabon for tourism or a short visit. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel. Applications are submitted online through Gabon's official DGDI portal (evisa.dgdi.ga), where the applicant uploads a passport bio-page scan and a recent photo and receives an entry authorization, typically within a few days. The eVisa system is air-arrival based: travelers must enter through Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville. As of late 2025 / early 2026, Gabon was transitioning toward fully digital payment; historically the visa fee had to be paid in cash on arrival at the airport even after the online authorization was issued, so travelers should be prepared for either online payment or cash settlement at the airport. Standard tourist fees are about EUR 70 for a 1-3 month visa and EUR 185 for a 6-month multiple-entry visa, with a maximum stay of up to 90 days. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Note that Gabon ran a temporary free tourist eVisa promotion in 2025; outside such promotions the standard fees apply. Because conditions and the payment method are in active transition, travelers should confirm current details on the official portal shortly before departure.

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 visa / entry authorization)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard); multiple-entry available on 6-month visa

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 70 (1-3 months); EUR 185 (6-month multiple-entry)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 48-72 hours (allow several business days)

standard track

Validity

90 days from issue (6-month option available)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and entry point

Verify your trip enters Gabon by air via Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville, as the eVisa system is air-arrival based. Ensure your Saudi ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay with blank pages.

· Passport validity 6+ months· Air entry via Libreville

/02

Gather supporting documents

Prepare a clear scan of your passport bio-data page, a recent passport-size photo, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation), a return/onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Yellow fever certificate mandatory· Digital scans

/03

Apply on the official DGDI portal

Go to the official Gabon eVisa portal (evisa.dgdi.ga), complete the online application form, and upload your passport page and photo along with supporting documents.

· evisa.dgdi.ga· Online form

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the applicable fee where online payment is available; otherwise be prepared to pay in cash (EUR) on arrival at the airport, as Gabon was still transitioning to full online payment in 2025-2026.

· EUR 70 / EUR 185· Online or cash on arrival

/05

Receive the entry authorization

Wait for your eVisa / entry authorization to be issued (typically within a few business days). Download and print a copy to carry with you.

· Print confirmation· Keep digital copy

/06

Travel and enter via Libreville

Present your eVisa authorization, passport, yellow fever certificate, and supporting documents to immigration at Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

· Present at immigration· Carry all documents

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Saudi Arabia -> Gabon · eVisa (electronic visa / entry authorization)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSaudi ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond stay

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

required

RequiredAt least one or two blank passport pages

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

required

RequiredCompleted online eVisa application on evisa.dgdi.ga

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

required

RequiredPassport bio-page scan uploaded

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photo

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

required

RequiredValid yellow fever vaccination certificate

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

required

RequiredProof of accommodation or host invitation

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

required

RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds

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

recommended

RecommendedVisa fee in cash (EUR) for payment on arrival if online payment unavailable

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 sourcesWikipedia – Visa requirements for Saudi citizens Gabon Official eVisa Portal (DGDI)VisasNews – Gabon toward a fully digital e-Visa (Nov 2025)

Application link included: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Saudi citizens

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa (1-3 months, single entry)EUR 70Standard short-stay tourist visa fee

Multiple-entry eVisa (6 months)EUR 185For longer or repeated visits

Yellow fever vaccinationVariesMandatory certificate; cost depends on clinic in Saudi Arabia

Total estimateEUR 70 — EUR 185incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

Approx. 48-72 hours

Online application via the official DGDI portal; allow several business days before travel to be safe.

Buffer for documentation

5-7 business days

Apply at least a week ahead to allow for document review and any payment-system transition issues.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-free agreement

Saudi Arabia and Gabon have no mutual visa-waiver arrangement, so an eVisa must be obtained before travel.

High

/02

Air-arrival entry requirement

The eVisa system requires entry by air through Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville.

High

/03

Payment method in transition

Gabon was moving from cash-on-arrival to online payment in late 2025/2026; the applicable method may vary at booking time.

Medium

/04

Mandatory yellow fever certificate

Entry is refused without a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate, a common reason for denied boarding or entry.

Medium

/05

Temporary promotions can change fees

Gabon ran a free tourist eVisa promotion in 2025; fees outside such windows revert to standard rates.

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 · major

Saudi Arabia to Gabon route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa-requirements summary and Gabon's official DGDI eVisa portal that Saudi ordinary passport holders require an eVisa obtained online before travel, with air entry via Libreville and fees of EUR 70 (1-3 months) / EUR 185 (6-month multiple entry).

/09 — The questions