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Electronic visaVisamundi service: €39 incl. VAT
Consular fee: 75 USD
Electronic visaVisamundi service: €39 incl. VAT
Consular fee: 75 USD
Electronic visaVisamundi service: €39 incl. VAT
Consular fee: 75 USD
Electronic visaThe only Spanish-speaking country in Africa, Equatorial Guinea opened its territory to international tourism in 2023 by launching an electronic visa system — a genuine e-Visa that must be obtained before departure without exception. For French, Belgian, Swiss and Canadian nationals, the process is now entirely online: no trip to an embassy required. The procedure is recent and technical, however, and rigorous document checking is the key to avoiding rejection.
01 · The essentials
The entire process is carried out online — no visit to an embassy or consulate is required.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your planned entry date and have at least 2 blank pages.
The international yellow fever vaccination booklet is required at entry by customs authorities.
A visa is required for the vast majority of nationalities wishing to enter Equatorial Guinea, including French, Belgian, Swiss, Canadian nationals and those of the great majority of European countries, regardless of the purpose of the stay. Since 1 July 2023, no visa is issued on arrival: travellers who arrive without an e-Visa at Malabo airport are systematically refused entry.
American nationals, who historically benefited from an exemption, must also obtain an e-Visa before travelling, in accordance with the new Equatoguinean legislation. The only remaining exemption applies to neighbouring CEMAC countries and a few other specific nationalities detailed below.
The Equatorial Guinea e-Visa is managed through VFS Global, the technical provider accredited by the Equatoguinean authorities. The portal is relatively new: response times can fluctuate depending on the period, online payments can be temperamental, and certain file formats are strictly imposed at upload. A preliminary check of the application by an experienced team prevents most rejections.
02 · Eligibility
The general rule is straightforward: any nationality not listed in the exemption list must obtain an e-Visa before travelling to Equatorial Guinea. The visa exemption for short tourist stays applies only to a limited number of countries, essentially the members of CEMAC (Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa) and a few states linked to Equatorial Guinea by bilateral agreements.
Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, Gabon — members of the Central African economic zone.
Democratic Republic of Congo, Barbados, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Lebanon (since October 2024).
Visa mandatory, without exception. The former American exemption was abolished when the e-Visa system was introduced in 2023.
All travellers, including children and infants, must have their own e-Visa in their name.
In addition to the e-Visa, you must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after the planned entry date, with at least two blank pages for the entry stamp. A passport with insufficient validity results in immediate rejection of the application, or even denial of boarding by the airline.
03 · The application file
The application is made entirely online: no visit to an embassy or consulate is necessary. All documents are submitted in digital format via the official portal. The quality and compliance of each document directly determines the outcome of the application: an out-of-spec photo or an illegible scan is enough to cause a refusal.
Before any submission to the authorities, a preliminary check of each document — photo format, passport legibility, consistency of dates with airline tickets — greatly reduces the risk of rejection.
For a Business e-Visa, add to your application an invitation letter or a document detailing the purpose of the business trip, written on the headed paper of the inviting Equatoguinean company or your employer. This document must state your contact details, the nature of the assignment and the intended dates of the stay.
04 · The procedure
Valid passport, standard photo, hotel reservation, return air tickets, insurance certificate and yellow fever vaccination booklet. For a professional purpose, add the invitation letter on headed paper.
Send all documents via the online form. Each document is verified: photo format, passport legibility, consistency of dates. This preliminary step prevents rejections due to formal errors.
The verified file is submitted to VFS Global, the accredited technical provider, which processes it on behalf of the Equatoguinean authorities. Payments are made online at this stage.
The official processing time is 24 to 72 working hours after complete submission. The authorities may request additional documents, which extends this period.
The e-Visa is sent to you by email. It is strongly recommended to print several copies and keep them with your passport throughout the stay.
Present your printed e-Visa and passport at the checkpoint at Malabo airport (or other activated entry point). Police and military checks are frequent on the roads: keep a copy with you at all times.
before departure to initiate your application and absorb any administrative delays
05 · Fees & entry points
The government fees amount to 75 USD for all types of e-Visa, whether tourist or business, single or multiple entry. This breaks down into 50 USD in consular fees paid to the Equatoguinean authorities and 25 USD in processing fees charged by VFS Global.
In addition to these government fees, service fees for document verification, portal submission and follow-up until issuance are applicable. The applicable rate is communicated when your file is opened, after review of the documents.
Regarding entry points, Malabo International Airport (Bioko Island) remains the main point of access. Since the phased launch of the system, other entry points have been activated for e-Visa holders: Bata (the economic capital on the mainland), Corisco, and the land border posts with Gabon and Cameroon. The opening of these points is progressive.
The Equatorial Guinea e-Visa is available in two entry options, at the same government fee of 75 USD:
The e-Visa cannot be extended online. If you wish to stay beyond the authorised period, an extension application must be filed directly with the Equatoguinean immigration services in the country, before the visa expires. For a long-term stay (residence visa, work permit), the procedure falls under the Equatorial Guinea embassies.
Unlike other countries where the e-Visa can be shown on a smartphone, Equatorial Guinea strongly recommends printing on paper. Keep several copies with your passport: police and military checks are frequent on Equatoguinean roads, including in urban areas, and you may be asked to present your e-Visa at any time.
06 · Before you leave
Equatorial Guinea is a country still rarely visited by international tourists, making it a discreet destination for travellers seeking authenticity. Dense jungle of the Congo Basin, volcanoes, black sand beaches, protected wildlife and Spanish colonial heritage: the country holds real surprises for those who take the time to discover it.
The capital Malabo is located on Bioko Island, accessible only by air from Europe. The continental part of the country — Río Muni — is home to Monte Alén National Park and the city of Bata. Even more remote, Corisco Island offers an unspoilt beach destination.
Hot and humid equatorial climate year-round (≈ 26 °C). Dry season in Bioko (Malabo) from November to March; on the mainland, June–August or December–February are preferable.
Spanish is the main official language. French and Portuguese are also official, which facilitates exchanges for Francophone travellers. Local languages: Fang (mainland) and Bubi (Bioko).
Central African CFA franc (XAF). The economy runs largely on cash; Visa cards are accepted in major hotels and restaurants in Malabo and Bata, but bring cash for the interior.
The country is generally safe for tourists, with a low crime rate. Police and military checks on the roads are frequent: always keep a copy of your passport and e-Visa with you.
What to see. On Bioko Island: Santa Isabel Cathedral in Malabo, the ascent of Pico Basilé volcano, the black sand beaches of Ureka and sea turtles (November to February). On the Río Muni mainland: Monte Alén National Park and its gorillas, the coastal city of Bata, the new capital Ciudad de la Paz (Djibloho) under construction. And offshore: the paradise island of Corisco, for lovers of unspoilt beaches.
The Equatorial Guinea e-Visa is a genuine electronic visa — not a simple authorisation — mandatory for the vast majority of foreign nationals since 1 July 2023. The procedure is entirely online, with no embassy visit required, but it remains technical: a recent portal, strict file formats, and sometimes unstable online payments. Start your application at least 15 days before departure, print your e-Visa in several copies, and make sure your yellow fever vaccination booklet is up to date: it is a document required at entry into the territory, just like the visa itself.
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