Kenya to Guinea-Bissau visa requirements
Kenyan travellers need a visa for Guinea‑Bissau; you can pre‑enrol online via the official e‑Visa system and carry the printed confirmation for travel/entry.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Kenya travellers need to know
If you hold a Kenya passport and plan to visit Guinea-Bissau for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Kenyan travellers need a visa for Guinea‑Bissau; you can pre‑enrol online via the official e‑Visa system and carry the printed confirmation for travel/entry.
Typical stay guidance: The official e‑Visa site describes a single‑entry biometric visa for a stay of up to 90 days.
Passport rule: At least 6 months from arrival (per UK travel advice and the e‑Visa site).
Health note: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per WHO country list; UK travel advice also notes this requirement).
Procedures and eligible ports of entry can change; confirm the latest process with official Guinea‑Bissau authorities/embassy and your airline before travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Kenya to Guinea-Bissau.
Entry requirements
- The official e‑Visa site indicates a biometric visa is required and is issued on arrival after biometric data collection (currently at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport).
- If using visa on arrival, you may need a letter of authorisation from the Guinea‑Bissau Migration Office (per the official e‑Visa site).
- Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Stay
The official e‑Visa site describes a single‑entry biometric visa for a stay of up to 90 days.
Health — Yellow fever
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per WHO country list; UK travel advice also notes this requirement).
Procedures and eligible ports of entry can change; confirm the latest process with official Guinea‑Bissau authorities/embassy and your airline before travel.
How to prepare (Kenya → Guinea-Bissau)
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Apply on the official Guinea-Bissau eVisa portal before you travel.
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Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
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Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
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Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
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Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Kenya passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Guinea-Bissau
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenya citizens need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Kenya travellers need eVisa for tourism to Guinea-Bissau. Kenyan travellers need a visa for Guinea‑Bissau; you can pre‑enrol online via the official e‑Visa system and carry the printed confirmation for travel/entry.
How long can I stay in Guinea-Bissau on a Kenya passport?
The official e‑Visa site describes a single‑entry biometric visa for a stay of up to 90 days.
What documents should Kenya travellers carry to Guinea-Bissau?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per WHO country list; UK travel advice also notes this requirement).
Where can I verify Guinea-Bissau entry rules officially?
Start with: Republic of Guinea‑Bissau — Electronic Visa Application System (biometric visa, 90 days, e‑Visa pre‑enrolment, VOA authorisation letter); UK Government travel advice — Guinea‑Bissau entry requirements (visa required; passport validity; yellow fever certificate); WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF; includes Guinea‑Bissau entry requirement). Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Republic of Guinea‑Bissau — Electronic Visa Application System (biometric visa, 90 days, e‑Visa pre‑enrolment, VOA authorisation letter)
- UK Government travel advice — Guinea‑Bissau entry requirements (visa required; passport validity; yellow fever certificate)
- WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF; includes Guinea‑Bissau entry requirement)
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.