Gabon visa for Ivorian citizens

For Ivorian passport holders planning a visit to Gabon, the good news is that an e-visa system streamlines the application process, making travel significantly more accessible. This digital convenience typically allows for tourist stays up to 30 days and costs around $70 USD, with four distinct tourist visa types available to suit different travel needs. While both are Francophone nations, direct flights between Abidjan and Gabon's capital, Libreville, are less common, often necessitating a connection through regional hubs like Lomé or Douala, a journey that transports travelers from West Africa's bustling cocoa heartland to Central Africa's resource-rich, forest-dominated landscape. Upon arrival, visitors will find Gabon also uses the CFA franc, though it's the Central African variant (XAF), while French remains the official language, ensuring ease of communication for Ivorian visitors.

eVisa· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months

Visa options

TouristGabon e-Visa Touristique (1-3 months)
90d$70valid 3mo
Apply
TouristGabon e-Visa Touristique (6 months)
180d$185multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
BusinessGabon e-Visa Business (1-3 months)
90d$70valid 3mo
Apply
BusinessGabon e-Visa Business (6 months)
180d$185multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply
TransitGabon e-Visa Transit
1dvalid 1d
Apply
TouristGabon Tourist Visa (Embassy/Consulate)
90dvalid 3mo
BusinessGabon Business Visa (Embassy/Consulate)
90dvalid 3mo
OtherGabon Permanent Visa (Multiple-Entry Residence)
180dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherGabon Multiple-Entry and Exit Visa (Exit/Return)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
WorkGabon Long-Term Work Visa
multiple-entry
WorkGabon Specialized Skill Work Permit
multiple-entry

e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.

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