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Central African Republic visa for Gabonese citizens

Entry requirement

Visa-free up to 90 days

The Central African Republic admits Gabonese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Maximum stay
90 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for the Central African Republic

Citizens of the Central African Republic travelling to Gabon

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Travel advice for the Central African Republic

  • US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
  • UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
  • German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)

What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.

Before travelling from Gabon to the Central African Republic, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates the Central African Republic at Level 4, do not travel (updated 14 January 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of the Central African Republic (updated 28 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for the Central African Republic (updated 22 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.

Good to know

How long Gabonese citizens can stay in the Central African Republic

Gabonese citizens may stay in the Central African Republic for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Central African Republic.

The Central African Republic’s neighbours for Gabonese citizens

Chad, Cameroon and the Republic of the Congo admit Gabonese citizens visa-free. Sudan requires Gabonese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.

Citizens of the Central African Republic travelling to Gabon

Citizens of the Central African Republic do not need a visa for Gabon: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Gabon and the Central African Republic.

Frequently asked questions

Do Gabonese citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?

The Central African Republic admits Gabonese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can Gabonese citizens stay in the Central African Republic?

Gabonese citizens can stay in the Central African Republic for up to 90 days.

Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Gabon?

Citizens of the Central African Republic do not need a visa for Gabon: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.

Can Gabonese citizens enter the Central African Republic visa-free?

Yes, Gabonese citizens can enter the Central African Republic without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.

Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.