Guinea-Bissau to Nigeria visa requirements
Guinea-Bissau citizens are visa-exempt for entry to Nigeria, allowing stays up to 90 days for tourism.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
What Guinea-Bissau travellers need to know
If you hold a Guinea-Bissau passport and plan to visit Nigeria for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Guinea-Bissau citizens are visa-exempt for entry to Nigeria, allowing stays up to 90 days for tourism.
Typical stay guidance: Maximum stay of 90 days allowed for tourism purposes.
Passport rule: Valid passport (valid for at least six months beyond intended stay).
Always confirm current requirements with Nigeria immigration authorities before travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Guinea-Bissau to Nigeria.
Entry requirements
- Guinea-Bissau citizens do not require a visa for short-term visits to Nigeria.
- E-visas and visas on arrival are not available for Bissau-Guinean citizens.
Stay
Maximum stay of 90 days allowed for tourism purposes.
Always confirm current requirements with Nigeria immigration authorities before travel.
How to prepare (Guinea-Bissau → Nigeria)
- 1
Confirm Nigeria still lists Guinea-Bissau as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Nigeria.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Guinea-Bissau passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Nigeria
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Proof of onward travel from Nigeria required.
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Guinea-Bissau citizens need a visa for Nigeria?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Guinea-Bissau travellers need visa-free for tourism to Nigeria. Guinea-Bissau citizens are visa-exempt for entry to Nigeria, allowing stays up to 90 days for tourism.
How long can I stay in Nigeria on a Guinea-Bissau passport?
Maximum stay of 90 days allowed for tourism purposes.
What documents should Guinea-Bissau travellers carry to Nigeria?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify Nigeria entry rules officially?
Start with: Nigerian visa for Bissau-Guinean citizens - Embassies.net; Nigeria visa exemption & requirements - Embassies.net; Official Visa – Embassy of Nigeria in Bissau. Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Nigerian visa for Bissau-Guinean citizens - Embassies.net
- Nigeria visa exemption & requirements - Embassies.net
- Official Visa – Embassy of Nigeria in Bissau
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.