Latvia passport → Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Latvia

Visa on arrival

Citizens of Latvia 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
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Arrive at a designated entry point
Proceed to the immigration area.
2
Approach the visa-on-arrival counter
Join the queue for visa issuance.
3
Submit required documents
Hand over passport, photos, flight ticket, hotel reservation, and yellow fever certificate.
4
Complete visa application form
Fill out the form provided at the counter if not already done.
5
Pay the visa fee
Fee must be paid in cash (local currency XOF or EUR).
6
Wait for processing
Processing usually takes a few minutes.
7
Receive passport with visa stamp
Collect your passport and proceed to immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months.
Passport photo
2 recent passport-size photos.

Travel

Return flight ticket
Confirmed onward or return ticket.
Hotel reservation
Proof of accommodation for stay.
Visa application form
Obtained and filled at the border.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Mandatory for entry; must be obtained at least 10 days before travel.

Good to know

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory and must be completed at least 10 days before travel.
Carry sufficient cash to pay the visa fee upon arrival; credit cards are not accepted.
Ensure your passport has at least 6 months of validity from the date of entry.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 6 months

Renew your passport before traveling.

Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate.

No proof of onward/return ticket or accommodation

Book a return flight and hotel in advance and bring printed confirmations.

Previous immigration violations

Ensure no prior overstay or ban from Guinea-Bissau.

FAQ

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Passport; Passport photo; Return flight ticket; Hotel reservation; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Visa application form.

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

At least 6 months.

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