Côte d’IvoireGuinea-Bissau: Visa-free

Côte d’IvoireGuinea-Bissau

Do Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?

Visa-free

No. Côte d’Ivoire passport holders do not need a visa to visit Guinea-Bissau for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: ecowas.int (checked September 12, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stay3 months
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-21
    Distance1,421 km, straight line (~2h 10m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Guinea-Bissau14 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Guinea-Bissau passport holders visiting Côte d’Ivoire: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Guinea-Bissau?

No. Côte d’Ivoire passport holders do not need a visa to visit Guinea-Bissau for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Côte d’Ivoire citizens stay in Guinea-Bissau without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Guinea-Bissau from Côte d’Ivoire?

About 1,421 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 10m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Guinea-Bissau?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Guinea-Bissau?

112 / 119 / 121 / 180.

What time zone is Guinea-Bissau in?

Bissau (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Bissau?

Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (OXB), about 52 km away.

How many countries can enter Guinea-Bissau without a visa?

14 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Guinea-Bissau visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.