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Gabon visa

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A visa is required for this destination.

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

The applicant for e-Visa should not travel before the arrival date specified in the registration or take the risk of traveling without having received the Travel Authorization Receipt. Applicants who do not respect these instructions will be driven back in accordance with Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986, laying down the admission regime and stay of foreigners in the Gabonese republic.

Payments for evisa are made on arrival at the delivery of the e-visa sticker

Select the type of Gabon Tourist visa application:

and send the following documents to VisaHQ:
  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page.

  • Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. If visiting a family or friend, they must provide a certificate of accommodation "certificat d'hebergement." This document must be undersigned/NOTARIZED by Administrative or Immigration authorities in the destination country. Notarization instructions can be found here.

  • Bank statement. If applicant is traveling independently and not with any tour groups, they must provide a copy of their most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page.

  • Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation.

  • Business Support Letter. A support letter from the sending company which introduces the applicant, states the nature of the trip, and specifies the type and desired validity of the visa. The sample format for this letter can be found here.

  • Business invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in the destination country. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Gabon, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
    Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
    State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in the destination country.
    Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (i.e. a one year multiple entry business visa).

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. A digital passport-type photograph taken within the last 6 months. This may be taken using a cell phone against a white wall provided if it meets the standards of a passport-type photograph.

  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

  • Original passport. Official passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page.

  • Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State addressed to the \"Embassy of Gabon, Washington D.C. \", giving a detailed description of the purpose of travel, the names and addresses of any organizations to be visited, and the dates of the trip. The letter must contain the applicant's name and the passport number and should have a statement confirming that the US Embassy in Gabon will take full responsibility for the applicant.

  • Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Yellow fever . A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) for yellow fever. To learn more about the yellow fever vaccination or to locate a vaccination clinic, please visit the CDC's yellow fever resource page.

  • Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation.

  • Bank statement. If applicant is traveling independently and not with any tour groups, they must provide a copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Missionary Letter. A letter of invitation from the sponsor or host in the country of destination explaining the purpose of travel, length of stay, place of stay, and host's contact information.

Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for

A visa is not required for this destination.

Additional information
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.
  • Please show these documents upon arrival
    Copy of purchased round trip tickets or itinerary (Applicant's name and confirmation number must be on itinerary).
    Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
    A Letter of invitation from a company/host in Gabon accepting immigration responsibility.

Gabon Tourist visa fees for citizens of United States of America

Type of visaValidity
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Processing
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
Embassy feeService feeTaxTotal cost
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 90 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
2-3 business days
Embassy fee:$0.00
Service fee:$209.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$209.00
$209.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 180 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
2-3 business days
Embassy fee:$160.00
Service fee:$159.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$319.00
$319.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 180 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
2-3 business days
Embassy fee:$160.00
Service fee:$159.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$319.00
$319.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 180 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
2-3 business days
Embassy fee:$160.00
Service fee:$209.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$369.00
$369.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 180 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
Same day
Embassy fee:$200.00
Service fee:$189.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$389.00
$389.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 180 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
Same day
Embassy fee:$200.00
Service fee:$189.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$389.00
$389.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 180 days
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
Same day
Embassy fee:$200.00
Service fee:$209.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$409.00
$409.00
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Gabon COVID-19 travel restrictions

  • Entry is open
    Gabon resumed air travel in reduced capacity, while land and sea borders remain closed. All arrivals must provide a receipt for their hotel reservation, it can be downloaded from the Gabon COVID-19 platform.
    Prior to arrival requirements
    Valid passport. Valid national passport with at least 6 month remaining validity after the date of departure.
    Valid visa. Please see the instructions above if visa is needed and apply.
    Negative COVID-19 test: All arrivals to Gabon will be required to present a negative PCR test, no older than 3 days, and take a second one upon arrival. Vaccinated arrivals are exempted.
    Upon arrival restrictions
    🏠Quarantine: Anyone arriving to Gabon will be required to quarantine for 24 hours until their test results arrive, and might be required to continue the quarantine, depending on test results. Vaccinated arrivals are exempted.
    😷Masks are required in public spaces and transport.
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