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title: Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Nicaragua
description: "Citizens of Nicaragua can get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Nicaragua

Citizens of Nicaragua 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 90 days
- **Processing time:** On arrival

## How to apply

1. **Travel to Guinea-Bissau** — Arrive at an international airport or border entry point.
2. **Go to visa-on-arrival counter** — Proceed to the designated visa-on-arrival desk before immigration.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, photo, onward ticket, and any other required documents. Pay the visa fee (typically XOF or local currency).
4. **Receive visa and entry** — After processing, the visa is affixed/stamped and you can proceed to immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport valid for at least 6 months** (Travel)
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Must show departure from Guinea-Bissau.
- **Visa application form (if required at border)** (Supporting): Often provided at the port of entry.
- **Passport-size photo** (Supporting): Standard biometric size may be required.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry from endemic countries.

## Good to know

- Always have exact cash (local currency or euros) for the visa fee, as ATMs may not be available at the border.
- If flying, confirm with your airline that a visa on arrival is issued for Nicaraguan passport holders to avoid boarding denial.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months required at entry** — Ensure passport is valid well beyond intended stay.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a return or onward ticket before travel.
- **Lack of yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain the vaccine and carry the yellow card.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Nicaragua need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?

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

### How long can citizens of Nicaragua stay in Guinea-Bissau?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Nicaragua need for Guinea-Bissau?

Passport valid for at least 6 months; Return or onward ticket; Visa application form (if required at border); Passport-size photo; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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- [Guinea-Bissau visa for every passport](/visa/guinea-bissau)
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