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United States to Gabon visa requirements

US passport holders normally need a visa (an eVisa) to visit Gabon, but as of December 18, 2025 Gabon suspended visa issuance to US citizens in reciprocity for the US travel ban that took effect January 1, 2026. As of June 2026 the suspension is still in force, so US tourists cannot currently obtain a Gabonese tourist visa or eVisa. Travel is effectively not possible for ordinary tourism until the suspension is lifted. A US ordinary passport holder requires a visa to enter Gabon for tourism. Under normal conditions the standard route is the Gabonese eVisa, applied for online at the DGDI portal (evisa.dgdi.ga) with the visa sticker issued/paid for on arrival at Libreville International Airport. However, the political and legal situation changed sharply at the end of 2025. On December 16, 2025 the United States issued a Presidential Proclamation placing Gabon under partial entry restrictions effective January 1, 2026. In direct response, the Gabonese Council of Ministers announced on December 18, 2025 the suspension of all visa issuance to US citizens, and the US Embassy in Libreville published a Visa and Entry Ban notice on December 29, 2025. As of the date of this report (June 2026) that reciprocal suspension remains in effect, meaning US citizens cannot obtain a new Gabonese visa or eVisa and are effectively barred from entry for tourism. Entry into Gabon is at the sole discretion of the Gabonese government, and the US Embassy cannot facilitate entry for private citizens. US travelers should monitor the State Department travel advisory and contact the Embassy of Gabon in Washington, DC before making any plans. Travelers who do reach Gabon under any future reopening must also present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate (required for all travelers over 9 months of age) and a passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page. The figures in this report reflect the standard pre-suspension eVisa regime, provided for reference for when normal issuance resumes.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (tourist) — currently SUSPENDED for US citizens
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (standard short-stay; 1-3 month and 6-month options exist)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple (depending on visa category selected)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 70 (1-3 month) / EUR 185 (6-month multiple-entry) — when issuance is active
consular fee only
Processing time
~72 hours when active; currently no issuance to US citizens
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for entry within the issued period (1-3 or 6 months)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check current suspension status first
Before doing anything else, confirm whether Gabon's reciprocal visa suspension on US citizens (in force since January 1, 2026) has been lifted. Read the State Department Gabon travel advisory and the US Embassy Libreville notices.
· Mandatory· Status changes
/02
Contact the Embassy of Gabon in Washington, DC
Because issuance is suspended, contact the Gabonese Embassy (2034 20th Street NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20009; tel. +1 202-797-1000) to confirm whether any exemption or alternative entry procedure applies to your case.
· Embassy· Confirm eligibility
/03
If issuance resumes: apply online at the DGDI eVisa portal
When normal processing resumes, create an application at the official Gabon eVisa portal (evisa.dgdi.ga), selecting the tourist category and your intended length of stay.
· evisa.dgdi.ga· Tourist category
/04
Upload required documents
Provide a passport scan (valid 6+ months, blank page), a recent digital passport photo, proof of accommodation or host invitation, a return flight itinerary, a yellow fever vaccination certificate, and a cover letter stating the purpose of the trip.
· Documents· Yellow fever
/05
Pay the fee and receive approval
Pay the visa fee (EUR 70 for 1-3 months, or EUR 185 for a 6-month multiple-entry) per the portal's instructions and wait roughly 72 hours for the printable PDF approval by email.
· EUR 70-185· ~72 hours
/06
Carry documents and complete entry at Libreville
Travel with the printed eVisa approval, passport, yellow fever certificate, and accommodation/return-ticket proof. Final admission is at the discretion of Gabonese immigration at Libreville International Airport.
· Print approval· Discretionary entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
United States -> Gabon · eVisa (tourist) — currently SUSPENDED for US citizens
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredConfirm whether the US-citizen visa suspension (effective Jan 1, 2026) is still in force
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with one blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (all travelers over 9 months)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredApproved eVisa / visa (only obtainable when issuance is not suspended)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredRecent digital passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedCover letter stating purpose of visit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedContact details for the Embassy of Gabon in Washington, DC
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: US Embassy in Gabon (Libreville) — Visa and Entry Ban for U.S. Citizens (Dec 29, 2025)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa fee (1-3 month)EUR 70Standard short-stay tourist eVisa; only payable when issuance is active
eVisa fee (6-month multiple entry)EUR 185Longer-validity multiple-entry option
Yellow fever vaccinationUSD 0-200Cost varies by US clinic; certificate is mandatory for entry
Total estimateEUR 70EUR 185incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy consultation
Variable
Contact the Embassy of Gabon in Washington, DC for current status and any exemptions while issuance is suspended.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Reciprocal visa suspension on US citizens
Since December 18, 2025 Gabon has suspended visa issuance to US citizens in reciprocity with the US travel ban effective January 1, 2026; no new visas are being issued.
High
/02
No visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel
Gabon does not offer visa-free entry or a guaranteed visa-on-arrival to US tourists; a pre-approved visa is normally required.
High
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers over 9 months; absence leads to refused entry.
Medium
/04
Insufficient passport validity
Passports must be valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page.
Medium
/05
Incomplete supporting documents
Missing accommodation proof, return ticket, or cover letter can delay or block eVisa approval.
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
United States of America to Gabon route verified
Confirmed via US State Department Gabon travel advisory and US Embassy Libreville notice that Gabon suspended visa issuance to US citizens effective in reciprocity with the US travel ban of January 1, 2026; verdict set to visa-required (issuance currently suspended). Standard eVisa figures (EUR 70 / EUR 185, ~72h) retained for reference.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a US citizen travel to Gabon for tourism right now?
No. As of June 2026, Gabon has suspended visa issuance to US citizens in reciprocity with the US travel ban that took effect January 1, 2026. US tourists cannot currently obtain a Gabonese visa or eVisa and are effectively unable to enter.
Why did Gabon stop issuing visas to Americans?+
What was the normal visa process before the suspension?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Gabon?+
How long can a US tourist stay in Gabon?+
Where can I check if the suspension has been lifted?+
/11 — Passport tools

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