Guinea-Bissau visa for United States citizens

Embarking on your journey from Guinea-Bissau to the United States requires a visa, as all travelers holding a Guinea-Bissau passport will need to secure one before departure; with seven distinct visa types available, including options for tourism and employment, you can select the category that best suits your purpose. The processing fee for most visa applications is $185, a standard requirement to consider as you plan for your stay, which can extend up to six months for tourist visas. Given the significant distance and time difference, approximately 8 hours behind Bissau's timezone, familiarizing yourself with common flight routes often involving layovers in Europe or other African hubs will be crucial for a smooth transit to your American destination.

Visa on arrival90d stay· verified 2026-05-13

Visa options

TouristShort-Stay Visa (Tourist/Business/Visit, up to 90 days)
90dvalid 3mo
OtherVisa on Arrival (Short-Stay, up to 90 days)
90dvalid 3mo
OtherElectronic Visa (Pre‑Enrollment, Short-Stay)
90dvalid 1mo

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