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

These visas exist for Guinea-Bissau, 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 Guinea-Bissau?

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

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What Guinea-Bissau 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
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Iranian travellers

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

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry
Travelers require a passport to enter Guinea-Bissau. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Guinea-Bissau. The passport must have at least 1 blank page.
United States Department of State Last checked 2026-08-06
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Guinea-Bissau
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Guinea-Bissau Last checked 2026-08-05
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Guinea-Bissau
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Guinea-Bissau.
Last checked 2026-08-05
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Guinea-Bissau.
Last checked 2026-08-05
Not required
Transit visa may be required
Travelers may need a transit visa for Guinea-Bissau. Travelers should contact the nearest embassy or consulate for details.
Last checked 2026-08-06