United KingdomGuinea: Visa required

United KingdomGuinea

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Guinea?

Visa required

Yes. United Kingdom passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Guinea.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: gov.uk (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance4,829 km, straight line (~6h 11m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Guinea21 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Guinea passport holders visiting United Kingdom: Visa required.

Guinea drives on the right, the opposite side to United Kingdom. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Guinea

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Guinea?

Yes. United Kingdom passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Guinea.

How far is Guinea from United Kingdom?

About 4,829 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 11m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Guinea?

Guinean franc (GNF).

What is the emergency number in Guinea?

117 / 18 / 442-020.

Does Guinea drive on the same side of the road as United Kingdom?

Guinea drives on the right, the opposite side to United Kingdom. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Guinea in?

Conakry (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Conakry?

Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport (CKY), about 12 km away.

How many countries can enter Guinea without a visa?

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

What nearby countries can United Kingdom passport holders visit without a visa instead of Guinea?

Sierra Leone, Gambia, Senegal, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Príncipe, Morocco.

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 United Kingdom

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a population of over 69 million in 2025. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland, and most of the smaller islands within the British Isles, covering 94,354 square miles (244,376 km2). It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the Crown Dependencies and the British Overseas Territories. The capital and largest city of England and the UK is London; Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast are the national capitals of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, respectively.

CapitalLondon

RegionNorthern Europe

Population69.5M

Area242,900 km²

CurrencyBritish pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneLondon (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLondon City Airport (LCY), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites37

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$57,602 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11.1M (2020)

Climate in London

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for London, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.4°C	3.8°C	59mm	127h
February	10.2°C	3.6°C	103mm	157h
March	10.8°C	3.1°C	45mm	229h
April	16.6°C	5.6°C	34mm	323h
May	19.1°C	7.8°C	5mm	397h
June	20.5°C	11.5°C	80mm	324h
July	21.7°C	12.9°C	47mm	320h
August	23.5°C	15.3°C	74mm	313h
September	20°C	11°C	25mm	266h
October	14.1°C	8.2°C	159mm	169h
November	12.4°C	5.9°C	48mm	141h
December	8.1°C	3°C	85mm	117h

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

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy comprising most of the British Isles. It is a union of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, each of which has something unique and exciting for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
Blenheim Palace
Buildings and architecture of Bath
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape
Derwent Valley Mills
Durham Castle and Cathedral
Flow Country
Forth Bridge

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Saint Andrew's Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.

About Guinea

Guinea, officially the Republic of Guinea, is a coastal country located in West Africa. It borders the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Guinea-Bissau to the northwest, Senegal to the north, Mali to the northeast, Ivory Coast to the southeast, and Sierra Leone and Liberia to the south. It is sometimes referred to as Guinea-Conakry, after its capital Conakry, to distinguish it from other territories in the eponymous region, such as Guinea-Bissau and Equatorial Guinea. At the census held on 1 July 2025, Guinea had a population of over 17.5 million and an area of 245,857 square kilometres (94,926 sq mi).

CapitalConakry

RegionWestern Africa

Population15.1M

Area245,857 km²

CurrencyGuinean franc (1 USD ≈ 8799.42 GNF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+224

Drives on theright

TimezoneConakry (UTC+0)

Nearest airportAhmed Sékou Touré International Airport (CKY), 12 km

Emergency number117 / 18 / 442-020

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,877 (2025)

Tourist arrivals99K (2017)

Climate in Conakry

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

Monthly climate normals for Conakry, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.2°C	23.1°C	0mm	318h
February	30.8°C	24.8°C	0mm	312h
March	30.8°C	25.9°C	5mm	327h
April	30.7°C	26.4°C	19mm	310h
May	30°C	26.5°C	78mm	304h
June	28.6°C	25.1°C	212mm	263h
July	26.7°C	24.2°C	837mm	170h
August	26.6°C	24.2°C	741mm	165h
September	27.5°C	24.3°C	382mm	238h
October	28.6°C	24.6°C	180mm	292h
November	29.4°C	25°C	80mm	309h
December	29.9°C	25°C	14mm	319h

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

Guinea is a former French colony in West Africa. Guinea has some spectacular landscapes with a few tropical, dry forests remaining, and the rainforests in the south are lush, verdant and full of wildlife, much of it destined for the cooking pot.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Mount Nimba Strict Nature Reserve

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

March 29, 2027Easter Monday

Full source list on About.