🇬🇳 Guinea · General Residence
Long Term Visa (VLS) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 1+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €130 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Valid Passport (with validity more than 6 months)
- Your Entry Visa Letter
- Sufficient funds (Cash/ Travellers Cheque/Debit or Credit Cards) to cover expenses during your stay at Guinea
- A valid return ticket
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.paf.gov.gn/visa.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Guinea has introduced an electronic visa, also called e-visa to facilitate entry into its territory ... Every foreign national who wishes to enter Guinea would need a Visa, except for visa waiver countries.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.