Guinea visa for Eritrean citizens

Eritrean passport holders planning a journey to Guinea should note that a visa is required, with options currently limited to tourist and transit visas. While specific stay durations vary by visa type, applicants can generally expect fees for an initial tourist visa to be around $150, covering administrative processing. Given the significant geographical distance separating East and West Africa, travelers from Asmara will typically face a substantial journey, often involving connections through major transit hubs like Addis Ababa or Istanbul, and should prepare for a three-hour time difference upon arrival in Conakry. Careful planning is essential to account for travel time and ensure all documentation aligns with the chosen visa type before embarking on this cross-continental voyage.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristTourist Visa
90d$80valid 3mo
Apply
WorkLong Term Guinea Visa (VLS – Work/Residence Visa)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherMultiple Entry Guinea Visa (VESRM – Multiple Entry Entry Visa)
90d$80multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
OtherGuinea Visa Prorogation (VP – Extension of Stay)
90dvalid 3mo
TransitVisa de Transbordement (VTB – Transit Visa)
Apply
OtherCourtesy Visa (VC)
TouristGuinea e-Visa / Electronic Travel Authorisation (for Private Visit/Tourism)
90d$80valid 3mo
Apply
BusinessGuinea e-Visa / Electronic Travel Authorisation (for Business Visit)
90d$80valid 3mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa
90d$80valid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransborderment Visa
$50valid 3d
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
$50valid 3d
Apply
OtherLong Term Visa (VLS)
$150valid 1y

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