--- title: Spain visa for citizens of Gabon description: "Citizens of Gabon need a visa for Spain and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/spain/gabon lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Spain visa for citizens of Gabon Citizens of Gabon need a visa for Spain and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/libreville/es/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados.aspx ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Tourist/Schengen C) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds (at least €100 per day of stay or proof of accommodation sponsorship) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Check if you need a Schengen C visa for tourism/business/transit and collect all required documents. 2. **Book an appointment at the Spanish Embassy in Libreville** — Contact the embassy via phone or email to schedule a personal appearance (appointments mandatory). 3. **Fill out the Schengen visa application form online** — Complete the form on the official Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website and print it. 4. **Attend the appointment at the embassy** — Submit your application, provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo), and pay the visa fee in cash (EUR 80). 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15–30 calendar days; you may be contacted for additional documents or interview. 6. **Collect passport with visa decision** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport – either in person or via authorized representative if allowed. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, at least 2 blank pages, validity ≥ 3 months beyond departure from Schengen area)** (Travel) - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Travel) - **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Travel) - **Round-trip flight itinerary (confirmed reservation, not necessarily paid ticket)** (Travel) - **Travel medical insurance (minimum coverage €30,000, valid throughout Schengen area)** (Travel) - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter from host)** (Travel) - **Bank statements (last 3 months) or sponsor letter with sponsor's bank statements and proof of relationship** (Financial) - **Employment letter (or student enrollment certificate, or proof of self-employment)** (Employment) - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If traveling with family - **Travel history (previous visas, entry/exit stamps, especially Schengen)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but strengthens application ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €100 per day of stay (or equivalent) for self-funded; no minimum if sponsored but sponsor must prove sufficient funds - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsor's bank statements + sponsor letter + proof of relationship If staying with a friend/relative, an invitation letter from them plus their proof of accommodation and residency is required. ## Good to know - Appointments at the Spanish Embassy in Libreville are limited; book well in advance. - Incomplete or inconsistent documents may lead to rejection. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient proof of funds** — Provide clear bank statements showing enough funds or a strong sponsor letter. - **Weak travel history / previous visa overstays** — Show previous compliant travel to other countries; attach any previous visas. - **Missing or invalid travel medical insurance** — Purchase insurance covering entire Schengen stay with €30,000 minimum coverage. - **Unclear purpose of visit** — Provide a detailed itinerary and any invitation or reservation confirming the trip reason. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Gabon need a visa for Spain? Citizens of Gabon need a visa for Spain and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Tourist/Schengen C). ### How long can citizens of Gabon stay in Spain? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Spain visa cost for citizens of Gabon? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Spain visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Gabon need for Spain? Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, at least 2 blank pages, validity ≥ 3 months beyond departure from Schengen area); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45mm, white background); Round-trip flight itinerary (confirmed reservation, not necessarily paid ticket); Travel medical insurance (minimum coverage €30,000, valid throughout Schengen area); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter from host); and 4 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Spain? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/libreville/es/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados.aspx ## Sources - [exteriores.gob.es](https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/libreville/es/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados.aspx) ## More - [Spain visa for every passport](/visa/spain) - [Every destination for Gabon passport holders](/visa/passport/gabon)