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title: Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Suriname
description: "Citizens of Suriname can get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Guinea-Bissau visa for citizens of Suriname

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

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **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
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated border entry point** — Travel to Guinea-Bissau and go to the immigration counter.
2. **Obtain and complete visa on arrival application form** — Fill out the form provided by immigration officials.
3. **Submit passport, photo, form, and onward ticket** — Hand over documents to immigration officer.
4. **Pay the visa fee (if applicable)** — Cash payment required – exact amount depends on nationality; check current fee on arrival.
5. **Receive visa sticker and enter country** — Visa is stamped into passport for a single entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Travel): One recent color photo, 35x45mm.
- **Completed visa on arrival application form** (Supporting): Obtain and fill at border point of entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of exit from Guinea-Bissau.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): International certificate required for entry.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be refused without reason; ensure all documents are complete.
- Visa fee is payable in cash (CFA francs or euros) – no card accepted.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain the vaccine and carry the official yellow booklet.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Have a confirmed booking for departure from Guinea-Bissau.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Suriname can get a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photo; Completed visa on arrival application form; Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

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

At least 6 months.

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