Iraq passport → Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Iraq

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (90 days)

Citizens of Iraq can get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau.

Not yet cross-checked · Last checked 2026-06-26. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (90 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for the stay (e.g., cash, card or travel vouchers).

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Ensure passport, photos, onward ticket, accommodation proof, funds, and yellow fever certificate are ready.
2
Travel to Guinea-Bissau
Arrive at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (Bissau) or a designated land border.
3
Proceed to Visa on Arrival counter
Look for the immigration desk marked 'Visa on Arrival'.
4
Receive and complete visa application form
Fill out the form legibly with required personal and travel details.
5
Submit documents and form to immigration officer
Hand over passport, photos, form, and supporting documents.
6
Pay visa fee
Pay the applicable fee in cash (USD, EUR or XOF, exact change preferred).
7
Wait for visa issuance
Processing is usually completed within a few minutes to an hour.
8
Receive passport with visa sticker
Check that the visa details (name, passport number, validity) are correct before leaving the counter.
9
Proceed to immigration control
Present the passport and visa to the border officer for entry stamp.

Documents checklist

Travel

Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity
Passport must have at least one blank page.
Proof of onward/return ticket
Confirmed flight reservation departing Guinea-Bissau.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation letter with host's address.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statements, cash, or traveler's cheques for the duration of stay.
Visa fee (cash)
Payable upon arrival in local currency (XOF) or possibly EUR/USD.

Supporting

Passport-size photographs
Usually 2 recent color photos.
Completed visa application form (provided on arrival)
Form is dispensed at the airport or land border.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Mandatory for entry into Guinea-Bissau.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Equivalent of ~$200 or sufficient for intended stay

Cash
Traveler's cheques
Bank statement (printed)

Funds are verified upon arrival, but no fixed minimum is officially published.

Good to know

Visa on arrival may not be available at all land borders; air arrival at Bissau airport is the most reliable.
Political situation can cause sudden changes in border entry requirements; check with the nearest embassy before travel.
Have exact change in EUR or USD to pay the visa fee in cash, as change may not be available.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect documentation (e.g., missing photos, invalid passport validity).

Double‐check all documents before traveling; ensure passport has 6+ months validity.

Insufficient funds to cover the stay.

Carry enough cash (EUR/USD) plus a printed bank statement.

No onward/return ticket.

Book a return flight before arrival and carry the itinerary.

FAQ

Do citizens of Iraq need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?

Citizens of Iraq can get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (90 days).

How long can citizens of Iraq stay in Guinea-Bissau?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Iraq need for Guinea-Bissau?

Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity; Passport-size photographs; Completed visa application form (provided on arrival); Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Guinea-Bissau?

At least 6 months.

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