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title: Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Nigeria
description: Citizens of Nigeria can visit Guinea-Bissau without a visa. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Nigeria

Citizens of Nigeria can visit Guinea-Bissau without a visa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and have return/onward ticket.
2. **Travel to Guinea-Bissau** — Present passport at border and receive entry stamp; no visa required.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Nigerian passport** (Travel): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Not explicitly required for visa-free entry, but recommended.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): Not explicitly required, but may be requested by immigration.
- **Sufficient funds for stay** (Financial, optional): May be requested to prove support during visit.

## Good to know

- Entry is visa-free, but all travelers must comply with health and immigration requirements (e.g., yellow fever vaccination).
- Travelers from Nigeria may be subject to additional checks by Guinea-Bissau immigration authorities.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew passport before travel to ensure at least 6 months validity.
- **Lack of return/onward ticket** — Carry a printed or digital copy of your onward travel itinerary.
- **Insufficient funds or inability to prove means of support** — Carry proof of sufficient funds (cash, bank statement) if questioned.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Nigeria can visit Guinea-Bissau without a visa.

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

Valid Nigerian passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Sufficient funds for stay.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Guinea-Bissau visa for every passport](/visa/guinea-bissau)
- [Every destination for Nigeria passport holders](/visa/passport/nigeria)