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Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
French citizens receive their visa for Guinea-Bissau at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ambaguineebxo.com
Citizens of Guinea-Bissau travelling to France
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Travel advice for Guinea-Bissau
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from France to Guinea-Bissau, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Guinea-Bissau at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 10 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Guinea-Bissau (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Guinea-Bissau (updated 22 October 2026).
Good to know
How long French citizens can stay in Guinea-Bissau
French citizens may stay in Guinea-Bissau for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Guinea-Bissau.
How French citizens apply
French citizens receive the visa for Guinea-Bissau at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Guinea-Bissau’s neighbours for French citizens
Senegal admits French citizens visa-free.
Citizens of Guinea-Bissau travelling to France
Citizens of Guinea-Bissau need a visa for France, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?
French citizens receive their visa for Guinea-Bissau at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can French citizens stay in Guinea-Bissau?
French citizens can stay in Guinea-Bissau for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do citizens of Guinea-Bissau need a visa for France?
Citizens of Guinea-Bissau need a visa for France, obtained before travel.
Can French citizens enter Guinea-Bissau visa-free?
No; French citizens need a visa on arrival in Guinea-Bissau.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.