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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit GQ?

Q: How much does the Equatorial Guinea eVisa cost?

The government eVisa fee is USD 75. It is non-refundable, even if the application is rejected. Budget extra for the mandatory yellow fever vaccination.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate (ICV) is mandatory to enter Equatorial Guinea. Get vaccinated at an approved clinic before travel.

Q: Where do I apply for the eVisa?

Apply only through the official government portal (evisa.guineaecuatorial.gob.gq). Avoid unofficial sites that add extra charges.

France ordinary passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea. The simplest route for a short tourist stay is the eVisa, applied for online before travel via the official government portal. French citizens are not visa-exempt for Equatorial Guinea. Since 1 July 2023, Equatorial Guinea operates an electronic visa (eVisa) system open to all nationalities, including France. A French traveler applies online before departure, uploads supporting documents, pays the USD 75 fee, and receives an approval to print and present on arrival. The tourist eVisa is single entry, valid 30 days from issue, and permits a stay of up to 30 days. eVisa holders must enter through Malabo International Airport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry, and travelers should carry proof of accommodation, a return/onward ticket, and sufficient funds. Equatorial Guinea is in Central Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen and ETIAS rules do not apply. Because no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel exists for French passports, all travelers should secure the eVisa (or a consular visa) before flying.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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 (tourist) — applied online before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 75 (government eVisa fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 3-10 business days (apply at least 2-3 weeks ahead)

standard track

Validity

30 days from date of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

France is not on Equatorial Guinea's visa-exempt list, so a French ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa. For a short tourist stay, the eVisa is the standard route.

· Visa required· Tourist eVisa

/02

Gather your documents

Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with 2+ blank pages, a white-background passport photo, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, proof of funds, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· 6-month passport validity· Yellow fever certificate

/03

Apply on the official eVisa portal

Submit your application through the official government portal (evisa.guineaecuatorial.gob.gq). Avoid third-party sites that add markups.

· Online application· Official portal only

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the USD 75 eVisa fee online by card. The fee is non-refundable even if the application is rejected.

· USD 75· Non-refundable

/05

Wait for approval and print it

Processing typically takes a few business days (allow up to ~10). Once approved, download and print the eVisa approval to carry with you.

· 3-10 business days· Print approval

/06

Enter via Malabo International Airport

eVisa holders must arrive through Malabo International Airport. Present your printed eVisa, passport, yellow fever certificate, and supporting documents to immigration.

· Malabo entry· Carry documents

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with 2+ blank pages

required

Completed online eVisa application on the official portal

required

Passport-size photo with white background

required

USD 75 eVisa fee paid online

required

Yellow fever vaccination certificate (ICV)

required

Confirmed return or onward flight ticket

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)

required

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

required

Printed copy of the approved eVisa to present on arrival

required

Travel/medical insurance covering the trip

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa processing feeUSD 75Government fee paid online; non-refundable

Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 40-70At an approved travel clinic in France; required for entry

Travel/medical insuranceEUR 30-80Recommended; some applicants asked to show coverage

Total estimateUSD 75 — USD 75 + approx. EUR 70-150 (vaccination & insurance)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

Approx. 3-10 business days

Apply online via the official portal at least 2-3 weeks before departure to allow for delays.

Consular visa (embassy)

1-3 weeks

Alternative for non-tourist purposes or if entering outside Malabo; apply at the Equatorial Guinea embassy in Paris.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

France is not visa-exempt

Only a small number of countries (e.g., Barbados, Tunisia, Turkey, UAE) and CEMAC states are exempt; France is not among them.

High

/02

Tourist/short visit purpose

Short tourism, family visits and similar are covered by the tourist eVisa rather than a visa-free entry.

High

/03

Missing yellow fever certificate

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory; travelers without a valid ICV can be refused entry.

Medium

/04

Wrong port of entry

eVisa holders must arrive via Malabo International Airport; entering elsewhere can cause refusal.

Medium

/05

Insufficient documentation

Missing proof of funds, accommodation, or return ticket can lead to application rejection.

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

France to Eq. Guinea route verified

Confirmed France ordinary passport holders require a visa; eVisa (since 1 July 2023) is the standard short-stay route. Fee USD 75, single entry, 30-day stay, entry via Malabo.

/09 — The questions