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Everything You Need To Know About Gabon Visa

Apart from citizens of visa-exempt countries that include Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritius, Morocco, and Tunisia, all other foreign nationals require a visa to enter Gabon.

For the citizens of the United Kingdom, obtaining a visa is a must to enter Gabon.

British nationals planning to enter Gabon can apply for both e-visas and regular visas to enter Gabon. E-visas for business and tourist purposes allows a foreign national to apply for a travel document from the comfort of their home.

On the other hand, in order to get a regular visa, the traveler must apply directly via the Gabon embassy.

Depending on the purpose and nature of the visit, authorities in Gabon have classified their visas into several types. Please find below the different types of visas Gabon offer to foreign nationals.

Gabon tourist e-visa

Gabon issues tourist e-visas to foreign nationals who plan to enter the country exclusively for tourism-related activities. Please note that these visas are issued only for tourism purposes, and the foreign national is not supposed to engage in any kinds of works during his stay in Gabon.

In order to get a Gabon tourist e-visa, the applicant should submit the below-mentioned documents via mail.

The applicant should submit the copy of his or her passport which has a minimum validity of six months and two blank pages.
It is necessary to submit a digital copy of a passport photograph.
The traveler should submit copies of onward and return flight tickets or the full version of the itinerary. Please note that the itinerary should show the name and number of the applicant.
As a proof of accommodation, the applicant should provide details of hotel room booking. This room reservation confirmation should show the name of the applicant, name of the hotel, and its address.

After submitting the application, authorities in Gabon will analyze your request, and will issue an e-visa within four to seven business days. Once you receive the e-visa, you should take its print-out, and should carry it with you while traveling to Gabon.

After arriving at the airport, you should show this electronic travel authorization to immigration authorities, and they will grand you the entry to the country.

Gabon business e-visa

Gabon issues business e-visas to people to foreign nationals who plan to visit the country for business purposes.

Please find below the necessary documents that should be submitted to obtain these business e-visas.

In order to get a Gabon business e-visa, the foreign national should submit the copy of passport. Please ensure that this passport has a minimum validity of six months, and adequate blank pages for markings.
The applicant should submit a recent photograph that is not older than six months.
It is necessary to submit the full version of the itinerary or the onward and return flight ticket copies.
The traveler should submit the confirmed hotel room booking reservation as the proof of accommodation.
It is mandatory to submit an invitation letter from the company or organization in Gabon to obtain a business e-visa.

Gabon tourist visa

Foreign nationals can also apply a tourist visa via the embassy, and these travel documents are called regular tourist visas.

Please find below the documents that should be submitted to obtain a Gabon regular tourist visa.

It is necessary to submit the copy of the passport page. This passport submitted by the visitor should have a validity of six months, along with blank pages required for marking.
Two recent photographs of the applicant should be submitted.
It is necessary to submit recent bank statements to prove the current financial health of the traveler.
The British national should submit a recent utility bill as a proof of address in the United Kingdom.
Full version of the itinerary or onward and return ticket copies should be submitted.
It is mandatory to submit the International certificate of vaccination for yellow fever and cholera.
A certified copy of the applicant’s photo ID card should be submitted.
Hotel room booking reservation details should be submitted as the proof of accommodation.
A letter from the applicant’s employer in the United Kingdom should be submitted. This letter should introduce the applicant, and should detail the nature and purpose of the trip.
The Gabon tourist visa application form should be completed without any errors. If you face any difficulties while filling up the application form, you can contact Visa Genie, and we will assist you in all steps of the visa application process.

Note: If students are traveling to Gabon for tourism-related activities, it is necessary to submit a letter from the school or college.

Tips to consider while traveling with minors

If traveling with minors, the below-mentioned documents should be submitted.

A consent letter from both the parents allowing the minor to visit Gabon should be submitted.
A certificate of registration from the school or college should be submitted.
It is necessary to submit the passport’s photocopy of both the parents.
The birth certificate of the minor should be submitted.
It is necessary to submit proof of sufficient funds.

Gabon business visa

All foreign nationals who wish to visit Gabon for business-related activities can submit the below-mentioned documents to obtain a business visa.

The passport of the traveler which has a minimum validity of six months and two blank pages should be submitted.
Two recent passport photographs taken in color should be submitted. In these photographs, the foreign national should maintain a neutral facial expression.
It is necessary to submit the proof of address in the UK. As proof of address, the applicant can submit utility bills.
The applicant should submit recent bank statement as a proof of livelihood.
The traveler should submit the full version of the itinerary.
An international certificate of yellow fever vaccination and cholera should be submitted.
The applicant should submit an employment certificate issued by the traveler’s UK employer.
It is necessary to submit a copy of UK employer’s registration certificate.
The traveler should submit the proof of accommodation. As a proof of accommodation, he or she can submit the hotel room booking reservation confirmation receipt. This proof should show the name of the traveler, name of the hotel and its address.
It is necessary to submit an invitation letter from the host company in Gabon. This letter should detail the purpose of the trip, and it should be addressed to the Consulate of Gabon, Visa Section.
The visa application form should be completed. In case of any queries, do not hesitate to contact Visa Genie.

Gabon transit visa

UK nationals do not need a visa if they are staying for 24 hours in Gabon while traveling to a different destination.

In order to stay visa-free, British nationals should meet the conditions noted below.

The traveler should hold a valid passport with at least one blank page.
The traveler should ensure that he or she is not leaving the International transit area in the airport.
It is necessary to hold proof of sufficient funds.
The traveler should hold proof of onward and return flight tickets.
It is necessary to confirm with the airline that boarding is allowed without a visa, as these rules are subject to change.

Note: If the traveler does not meet the above-mentioned criteria, it is necessary to obtain a Gabon tourist visa.