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Guinea Bissau

Visa

Visa required

Vaccinations

Required

Currency

West African CFA Franc (XOF)

Time zones

No UTC / GMT offset (2 hours behind South Africa)

Dialing code

+245

Best time to go

Late November – February

Drinking water

Bottled water recommended.

Travel tips

Medical facilities are very limited. It is advisable to carry basic medical supplies.

Visa guide

Entry requirements

  • Proof of onward travel
  • Print-out of e-visa
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Visa requirements

Visa application and payment is to be done online: www.rgb-visa.com
Your passport must have validity for 6 months beyond departure from Guinea Bissau.

Visa validity

Single Entry: 30 to 90 days.

SA representative

SA Embassy

Avenue Amilcar Cabral (Opposite UDIB building), Bissau
Tel: +245 6678910
E-mail: bissau@dirco.gov.za
[Web](https//dirco1.azurewebsites.net/guinea-bissau/)

Health / vaccinations

Compulsory: Yellow Fever
Recommended Travel Vaccines: Hepatitis A & B, Meningitis, Rabies, Typhoid, Tetanus, PolioMalaria Risk

Public holidays

2026: Jan 1, 20; Mar 20; Apr 5; May 1, 27; Sep 24; Dec 25

Please check with relevant authorities for the latest updates before travel.

Last updated: 4 August 2026