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title: Guinea visa for citizens of Costa Rica
description: "Citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Guinea and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $100. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Guinea visa for citizens of Costa Rica

Citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Guinea and can apply online for an eVisa.

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

Official application site: https://www.paf.gov.gn/visa

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–7 days
- **Government fee:** $100
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement (last 3 months) showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official eVisa portal** — Go to https://www.paf.gov.gn/visa and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in your personal details, passport info, and travel itinerary.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned copies of passport, photo, flight, hotel, bank statement, vaccination certificate.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the USD 80 fee via credit/debit card or other accepted online methods.
5. **Submit application and wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3-7 business days.
6. **Receive the eVisa via email** — The approved eVisa will be sent as a PDF. Print a copy.
7. **Travel to Guinea and present the eVisa** — Present printed eVisa along with your passport upon arrival in Guinea.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from arrival date
- **Passport photo (recent, white background, 35x45mm)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Fill online via the portal
- **Travel itinerary (flight reservations)** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): Must cover entire stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Showing sufficient funds for stay
- **Proof of employment or leave letter** (Employment, optional): If employed; can be self-employment proof
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry to Guinea
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 500 USD equivalent
- Bank statement (3 months)

Must show sufficient funds for the intended stay

## Good to know

- The eVisa is only valid for a single entry.
- Vaccination certificate for Yellow Fever is mandatory for entry to Guinea.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission.
- **Passport with less than 6 months validity** — Renew passport before applying.
- **Missing required documents (e.g., yellow fever certificate)** — Ensure all mandatory documents are uploaded.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Guinea?

Citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Guinea and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Costa Rica stay in Guinea?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Guinea visa cost for citizens of Costa Rica?

Government fee: $100.

### How long does Guinea visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of Costa Rica need for Guinea?

Valid passport; Passport photo (recent, white background, 35x45mm); Completed visa application form; Travel itinerary (flight reservations); Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Bank statement (last 3 months); and 3 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.paf.gov.gn/visa

## Sources

- [paf.gov.gn](https://www.paf.gov.gn/visa)

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