Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes/1 |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes/1 |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes/1 |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes/1 |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes/1 |
PassportsPassports valid
for a minimum of six months beyond date of departure required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
1. Return ticket or sufficient funds equal to airfare, and 'Certificate d'Hébergement' required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) those continuing their journey within 24 hours to a third country, provided holding tickets with confirmed onward reservations and not leaving the airport. Passports must be left with Immigration during transit time.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostTourist and
Business: US$100 (single-entry for a stay of up to one month); US$100 (multiple-entry for a stay of up to three months).
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info.
Working Days RequiredVaries depending on nationality. Contact the embassy for more information; see
General Info.
WarningMost visits to Guinea are trouble-free.
Guinean trade unions have lifted their call for a general strike on 10 January 2008 but the political situation remains tense and a strike at a later date remains a possibility. Should a strike take place, banks are likely to close and there may be fuel shortages and other forms of disruption. Travelers should also be aware that late January may be a time of increased political tension in Guinea as this marks the anniversary of last year’s riots in which about 200 people were killed. Travelers should avoid all demonstrations and political rallies.
It is advised against all but essential travel in the areas bordering Sierra Leone, Liberia and Côte d’Ivoire. This is because of the fragile and unstable security situation in Côte d’Ivoire, and poor government control over the border areas in Liberia (where a large UN peacekeeping force is still in place) and Sierra Leone, where there is a high military presence due to border tension.
It is recommended to register with your embassy.
In January and February 2007 a series of general strikes and demonstrations were called in Guinea. Around 200 people were killed in demonstrations and many more were injured.
The threat from terrorism is low.
Petty crime is common in Guinea. It is recommended to take sensible precautions and maintain a high level of vigilance in public.
It is a requirement that you show identification if requested by the police or other law enforcement agencies. You are allowed to carry photocopies of the relevant pages of your passport, provided the Guinean police has certified them.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travelHealth | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Yes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | Yes* | |
Health CareHealth insurance is essential. Travel insurance which covers travelers for repatriation to their country is advisable. There are rudimentary medical, dental and optical facilities in Conakry. Medical facilities are poorly equipped and extremely limited. Some private facilities provide a better range of treatment options, but are still well below global standards. There are no ambulance or rescue emergency services available. Doctors and hospitals expect immediate cash payment for health services.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age coming from infected areas. Travelers arriving from non-endemic zones should note that vaccination is strongly recommended for travel outside the urban areas, even if an outbreak of the disease has not been reported and they would normally not require a vaccination certificate to enter the country.
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