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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements

Taiwan ordinary passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau. The recommended route is the online eVisa (apply before departure); a visa on arrival is also available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau. Both permit a short tourist stay of up to 90 days. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Guinea-Bissau is a West African ECOWAS member and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so no Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS applies. Taiwan (Republic of China) is not on Guinea-Bissau's visa-exempt list, which is limited mainly to ECOWAS nationals and a small number of bilateral-agreement countries. Taiwanese ordinary passport holders therefore require a visa. Guinea-Bissau operates a tourist/short-stay biometric visa that can be obtained two ways: (1) an online eVisa applied for before travel through the government portal, and (2) a visa on arrival at Bissau's Osvaldo Vieira International Airport. Both are valid for a short stay of up to 90 days, single entry by default, with multiple-entry options available for frequent travelers. Because visa-on-arrival processing can be slow and conditions at the airport are unpredictable, applying for the eVisa in advance is the safer, recommended channel. Fees vary by source and entry type; the official portal lists a small (about EUR 2.5) online processing charge plus the visa fee, while consular/single-entry tourist visa fees are commonly quoted in the USD 30-85 range. All travelers aged 1 year and older must present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate, and the passport should have at least six months' validity beyond the date of entry.
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 (single-entry tourist) or visa on arrival
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 30-85 (official portal lists ~EUR 2.5 online processing fee plus visa fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3-4 business days for eVisa; apply at least 72 hours before travel
standard track
Validity
Up to 90 days from issue / single entry valid for the approved stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Taiwan ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt for Guinea-Bissau. Plan to apply for the online eVisa before departure rather than relying solely on visa on arrival.
· Taiwan ROC passport· Not visa-exempt
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry, a scanned passport bio-data page, a recent passport-style photo, hotel booking or invitation, return/onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds.
· Digital scans· Passport photo
/03
Get your yellow fever vaccination
Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory for travelers aged 1 year and older. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and carry the international (yellow) certificate.
· Mandatory· 10 days before travel
/04
Apply for the eVisa online
Complete the application on Guinea-Bissau's official electronic visa portal, upload your documents, select a single-entry tourist visa, and pay the processing and visa fees by card.
· Official portal· Card payment
/05
Receive and print approval
Wait about 3-4 business days for email confirmation. Print the eVisa approval/authorization and keep digital and paper copies for the airline and immigration.
· 3-4 business days· Print copy
/06
Travel and clear immigration
Present your passport, eVisa approval, yellow fever certificate, return ticket and proof of funds on arrival at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Bissau.
· Bissau airport· Show documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredPassport valid 6+ months beyond entry date with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved eVisa printout (or plan for visa on arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (international yellow card)
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
RequiredScanned passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (card or cash)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedCash in euros or CFA francs for arrival fees
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel insurance covering medical care
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.
Application link included: Visa policy of Guinea-Bissau - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa online processing fee~EUR 2.5Non-refundable charge listed on the official portal; paid online
Single-entry tourist visa fee~USD 30-85Varies by duration and source; the core visa cost added to processing
Multiple-entry visa fee~USD 100Optional; for travelers needing repeated entries within 90/180/365 days
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries by clinicCost of the mandatory vaccine and certificate in Taiwan
Total estimateUSD 35USD 110incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
Issued at the airport on arrival
Available at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport, but processing can be slow and conditions unpredictable; carry euros/CFA cash and all supporting documents.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Taiwan is not on the visa-exempt list
Guinea-Bissau waives visas mainly for ECOWAS nationals and a few bilateral-agreement countries; Taiwan is not among them, so a visa is required.
High
/02
eVisa available but advance application needed
An online eVisa exists for short tourist stays but takes about 3-4 business days, so it must be arranged before departure.
High
/03
Mandatory yellow fever vaccination
Entry is refused without a valid yellow fever certificate for travelers aged 1 and over.
Medium
/04
Visa on arrival is unreliable
While VoA is offered at Bissau airport, slow processing and changing requirements make it a riskier fallback than the eVisa.
Medium
/05
Passport validity and documents
Insufficient passport validity or missing supporting documents (return ticket, funds, accommodation) can lead to denial.
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
Taiwan to Guinea-Bissau route verified
Confirmed via Guinea-Bissau visa policy and the official eVisa portal that Taiwan ordinary passport holders require a visa, obtainable as an eVisa online or visa on arrival for stays up to 90 days, with mandatory yellow fever vaccination.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?
Yes. Taiwan is not visa-exempt for Guinea-Bissau. You must obtain an eVisa online before travel (recommended) or a visa on arrival at Bissau airport.
How long can I stay in Guinea-Bissau as a tourist?+
Is Guinea-Bissau part of the Schengen area?+
Is yellow fever vaccination required?+
Should I use the eVisa or visa on arrival?+
How much does the visa cost?+
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