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Thailand to Gabon visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Gabon eVisa?

Apply on the official DGDI portal at evisa.dgdi.ga. Create an account, upload your passport bio page and a photo, pay the processing fee, and submit.

Q: How much does the Gabon eVisa cost?

There is a EUR 15 file-processing fee paid online, plus the visa fee paid in cash on arrival: EUR 70 / XAF 45,000 for a single-entry 1-3 month visa, or EUR 185 / XAF 120,000 for a 6-month multiple-entry visa.

Q: How long does processing take?

The eVisa approval is usually issued within about 72 hours. Apply at least a week before departure to allow for any document issues.

Q: Is the free tourist eVisa still available?

No. The free tourist eVisa was a temporary promotion that ran only from July to September 2025 and has ended. Standard fees now apply.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Gabon?

Yes. Proof of yellow fever vaccination (International Certificate of Vaccination) is mandatory and may be checked on arrival.

Thai ordinary passport holders need a Gabon eVisa before travel. Apply online at the official DGDI portal (evisa.dgdi.ga), then pay the visa fee in cash on arrival at Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville. Thailand is not on Gabon's visa-exemption list, so Thai citizens holding an ordinary passport cannot enter visa-free. Instead, they use Gabon's electronic visa system, run by the Directorate General of Documentation and Immigration (DGDI). Applicants create an account at evisa.dgdi.ga, upload a passport bio-page and photo, and receive an approval (authorization to board) typically within about 72 hours. The eVisa is currently valid only for air arrivals through Léon Mba International Airport in Libreville. As of mid-2026 the visa fee is still collected in cash at the dedicated eVisa counter on arrival (electronic payment was being rolled out but online payment cannot yet be relied upon): EUR 70 / XAF 45,000 for a single-entry visa valid up to 1-3 months, or EUR 185 / XAF 120,000 for a 6-month multiple-entry visa, plus a EUR 15 file-processing fee paid online with the application. A temporary free tourist eVisa promotion ran only from July to September 2025 and has ended. Travelers should carry yellow fever vaccination proof, which is mandatory for Gabon. Always confirm the latest fees and payment options on the official DGDI portal 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

Electronic visa (eVisa) - apply online, fee paid on arrival

Maximum stay

Up to 1-3 months (single entry); up to 6 months (multiple entry)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple, depending on visa type selected

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 70 / XAF 45,000 (single) or EUR 185 / XAF 120,000 (6-month multiple) + EUR 15 processing fee

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 72 hours (apply at least 1 week ahead)

standard track

Validity

eVisa authorization valid for entry within the issued window; stay 1-3 or 6 months

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and entry point

Verify your trip is by air into Léon Mba International Airport (LBV) in Libreville, the only entry point the eVisa currently covers. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival with two blank pages.

· Air arrival only· 6 months passport validity

/02

Create an account on the official DGDI portal

Go to evisa.dgdi.ga, register an account, and start a new tourist/short-visit eVisa application. Use only the official government site to avoid third-party markups.

· evisa.dgdi.ga· Official DGDI portal

/03

Complete the application and upload documents

Enter your personal and travel details and upload a scan of your passport bio-data page and a recent passport-style photo. Select single-entry (1-3 months) or 6-month multiple-entry.

· Passport bio page· Recent photo

/04

Pay the processing fee and submit

Pay the EUR 15 file-processing fee online as instructed and submit. You will receive an approval/authorization document by email, usually within about 72 hours.

· EUR 15 file fee· ~72 hours

/05

Print your eVisa approval and prepare yellow fever proof

Print the eVisa authorization to present at boarding and on arrival. Carry your International Certificate of Vaccination showing yellow fever vaccination, which is mandatory for Gabon.

· Print approval· Yellow fever certificate

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Pay the visa fee on arrival in Libreville

At the dedicated eVisa counter at Léon Mba airport, pay the visa fee in cash (EUR 70 / XAF 45,000 single, or EUR 185 / XAF 120,000 for 6-month multiple). USD is generally not accepted.

· Cash on arrival· EUR or XAF only

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Thailand -> Gabon · Electronic visa (eVisa) - apply online, fee paid on arrival

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredThai ordinary passport valid 6+ months with at least 2 blank pages

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

required

RequiredApproved Gabon eVisa authorization (printed copy)

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

required

RequiredDigital passport bio-data page scan for upload

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph for upload

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

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)

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

required

RequiredCash for the on-arrival visa fee in EUR or XAF

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

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking in Gabon

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for your stay

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

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical 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 sourcesGabon e-Visa - Official DGDI Portal Visa policy of Gabon - Wikipedia Gabon: toward a fully digital e-Visa by December 2025 - VisasNews

Application link included: Gabon e-Visa - Official DGDI Portal

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

File processing fee (online)EUR 15Paid online with the application via the DGDI portal

Single-entry eVisa (1-3 months)EUR 70 / XAF 45,000Paid in cash on arrival at Léon Mba airport

6-month multiple-entry eVisaEUR 185 / XAF 120,000Paid in cash on arrival; for longer or repeat visits

Total estimateEUR 85 (~XAF 60,000) — EUR 200 (~XAF 135,000)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

Approximately 72 hours

Official DGDI eVisa approval normally issued within about three days; apply at least a week before travel to be safe.

Buffer for documentation issues

5-7 days

Allow extra time in case photo/passport uploads are rejected or additional checks are needed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Thailand is not visa-exempt for Gabon

Thailand does not appear on Gabon's visa-exemption lists (90-day or 30-day), so Thai ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa.

High

/02

eVisa is the standard channel

Gabon's electronic visa is open to all nationalities requiring a visa, making it the normal route for Thai tourists.

High

/03

Air arrival via Libreville only

The eVisa is valid only for entry by air through Léon Mba International Airport, so land/sea entry needs a different visa.

Medium

/04

Fee payable in cash on arrival

The visa fee is collected in cash (EUR or XAF) at the airport eVisa counter; online payment was still being rolled out as of mid-2026.

Medium

/05

Yellow fever vaccination required

Gabon requires proof of yellow fever vaccination; travelers without it can be refused 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

Thailand to Gabon route verified

Confirmed via Gabon visa policy and DGDI eVisa portal that Thai ordinary passport holders require an eVisa; fee paid in cash on arrival, free tourist promotion ended September 2025.

/09 — The questions