Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting
Equatorial Guinea
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Equatorial Guinean Visa.
- Valid national passport which has a validity of 3 months after entry into the country with one blank page for entry stamp.
- Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
- Duly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
- One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application.
- Valid travel insurance.
- Return and onward ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
Equatorial Guinea Visa for Ghanaians
Facts about Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea is known for its colonial architecture, volcanic view, fishing villages, beaches, and rainforests. The rainforests house endangered primates, various species of birds, and sea turtles. Tourists can visit the beaches in the country to relax and engage in activities of their choice.
Thousands of tourists’ troop into Equatorial Guinea each year to spend time on the isolated beaches in the country. As more people discover the country as a tourist destination, the number of visits to the country is bound to increase.
Foreigners are not allowed to take photographs of the presidential palace, ports, airports, and military installations. Doing this could land you in prison. Avoid being caught up in drug-related offenses, severe sentences are handed out to those caught in the use and possession of drugs.
Types of Equatorial Guinea Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 5 – 10 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 5 – 10 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Equatorial Guinea Visa
- Valid national passport which has a validity of 3 months after entry into the country with one blank page for entry stamp.
- Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
- Duly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
- One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application.
- Valid travel insurance.
- Return and onward ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
Equatorial Guinea Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to persons intending to visit Equatorial Guinea for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- All visitors to Equatorial Guinea must carry a valid passport.
- Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter Equatorial Guinea.
- Visa applicants intending to visit a friend or family need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Equatorial Guinea.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
- You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires and present documents that show you have the intention to do so.
- This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
Equatorial Guinea Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Equatorial Guinea for business purposes.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Equatorial Guinea company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
- If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with in Equatorial Guinea is required.
- If you have had previous business dealings with the company you are meeting with, you are required to present a proof of this.
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
- Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee should be submitted.
Equatorial Guinea Visa Fees
Tourist visa
100.00 (USD)
Business visa
100.00 (USD)
Equatorial Guinea Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Ghana
Accra
Address: North Airport Road, No. 70 (Kufour Lane), Accra – Ghana
Email: embaregeghana@hotmail.com
Phone: (+233) 302 766 357