You need a visa for Equatorial Guinea if you have an Iranian passport

These visas exist for Equatorial Guinea, but they cannot be applied for online with Iranian nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?

Yes. Iranian citizens need a visa for Equatorial Guinea. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Equatorial Guinea may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
Return flight ticket or onward travel proof
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Iranian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Iranian passport holders entering Equatorial Guinea as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory proof of accommodation
Travelers must have proof of accommodation booking during their stay in Equatorial Guinea.
Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in United States of America Last checked 2026-07-24
Required
Mandatory proof of minimum funds
Travelers must have USD 1,000 to cover monthly expenses to enter Equatorial Guinea. Please see the source for more details.
Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in USA Last checked 2026-07-24
Required
Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Equatorial Guinea
Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Equatorial Guinea.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Equatorial Guinea; -Foreign nationals residing in Equatorial Guinea.
Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in USA Last checked 2026-07-24
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of applying for a visa
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Equatorial Guinea. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months when applying for an Equatorial Guinea visa. The passport must have at least 1 blank page.
Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in United States of America Last checked 2026-07-24
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Equatorial Guinea
Travelers should consider: -Yellow Fever vaccination; -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Equatorial Guinea Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Equatorial Guinea
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Equatorial Guinea.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Equatorial Guinea.
Last checked 2026-07-24
May be required
Transit visa may be required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Equatorial Guinea if they are not disembarking in Equatorial Guinea. Travelers who pass immigration/customs control and enter the country must have a visitor visa. Visit the government website to check the permitted length of stay.
Last checked 2026-07-24

A look at Equatorial Guinea

Bioko Island — Volcanic landscapes and pristine rainforests await
Malabo — The charming capital blending Spanish colonial heritage with African culture
Arena Blanca Beach — Unspoiled coastal paradise on the mainland
Monte Alen National Park — Home to gorillas, elephants, and pristine rainforest