Equatorial GuineaGabon: Visa-free

Equatorial GuineaGabon

Do Equatorial Guinea passport holders need a visa for Gabon?

Visa-free

No. Equatorial Guinea passport holders do not need a visa to visit Gabon 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: en.wikipedia.org (checked September 12, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance382 km, straight line (~57m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Gabon41 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Gabon passport holders visiting Equatorial Guinea: Visa-free.

Other visa-free destinations for Equatorial Guinea passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Equatorial Guinea passport holders need a visa for Gabon?

No. Equatorial Guinea passport holders do not need a visa to visit Gabon for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Equatorial Guinea citizens stay in Gabon without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Gabon from Equatorial Guinea?

About 382 km in a straight line, roughly ~57m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Gabon?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Gabon?

1300 / 1722 / 18.

What time zone is Gabon in?

Libreville (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Libreville?

Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (LBV), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Gabon without a visa?

41 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Gabon 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.

About Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea, officially the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, is a country on the west coast of Central Africa and the only Spanish-speaking country in Africa. It has an area of 28,000 square kilometres (11,000 sq mi). Formerly the colony of Spanish Guinea, its post-independence name refers to its location both near the Equator and in the African region of Guinea. As of 2025, the country has a population of 1,853,559, over 85% of whom are members of the Fang people, the country's dominant ethnic group. The Bubi people, indigenous to Bioko Island, are the second largest group at approximately 6.5% of the population. The capital, since January 2026, is Ciudad de la Paz, and Bata is the largest city.

CapitalMalabo

RegionMiddle Africa

Population1.9M

Area28,051 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesFrench, Portuguese, Spanish

Calling code+240

Drives on theright

TimezoneMalabo (UTC+1)

Nearest airportMalabo International Airport (SSG), 7 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 114 / 115

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,615 (2025)

Climate in Malabo

Warmest February, coolest July, driest February, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Malabo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.3°C	25.8°C	21mm	323h
February	29.8°C	26.4°C	15mm	299h
March	29.3°C	26.1°C	211mm	242h
April	28.9°C	25.8°C	146mm	229h
May	28.4°C	25.5°C	128mm	249h
June	26.8°C	24.3°C	678mm	182h
July	26.1°C	23.5°C	686mm	193h
August	26.4°C	23.8°C	279mm	248h
September	26.3°C	23.6°C	593mm	194h
October	26.8°C	24.1°C	438mm	232h
November	27.4°C	24.9°C	63mm	281h
December	27.9°C	25.4°C	71mm	302h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Equatorial Guinea is a small country in Central Africa that's divided into three parts: the mainland, Bioko Island, where the former capital is located, and Annobón Island. The mainland is wedged between Cameroon and Gabon. It is one of the largest oil producers in Africa, along with Angola and Nigeria.

Upcoming public holidays

October 12, 2026Independence Day

December 8, 2026Immaculate Conception

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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About Gabon

Gabon, officially the Gabonese Republic, is a country on the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, lying on the equator. It is bordered by Equatorial Guinea to the northwest, Cameroon to the north, the Republic of the Congo to the east and south, while sharing a maritime border with São Tomé and Príncipe to the west in the Gulf of Guinea. It has an area of 270,000 square kilometres (100,000 sq mi) and a population of 2.6 million people. There are coastal plains, mountains, and savanna in the east. Libreville is the capital and largest city; other major cities include Port-Gentil and Franceville.

CapitalLibreville

RegionMiddle Africa

Population2.6M

Area267,668 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+241

Drives on theright

TimezoneLibreville (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLibreville Leon M'ba International Airport (LBV), 9 km

Emergency number1300 / 1722 / 18

UNESCO sites2

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,263 (2025)

Tourist arrivals526K (2005)

Climate in Libreville

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, March, June, July, August, September, December.

Monthly climate normals for Libreville, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.2°C	24.9°C	243mm	281h
February	29.6°C	24.9°C	302mm	253h
March	29.7°C	25.2°C	289mm	243h
April	29.3°C	24.7°C	475mm	220h
May	28.8°C	24.9°C	303mm	246h
June	27.5°C	24°C	109mm	250h
July	26.9°C	23.5°C	43mm	242h
August	27°C	23.5°C	127mm	244h
September	27.1°C	23.7°C	99mm	259h
October	27.4°C	24°C	433mm	228h
November	27.7°C	23.9°C	371mm	231h
December	28°C	24.2°C	289mm	268h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Gabon is a country in Central Africa with an array of landscapes and wildlife in its 13 national parks.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ecosystem and Relict Cultural Landscape of Lopé-Okanda
Ivindo National Park

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

December 25, 2026Božić

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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