UK visa requirements for Guinea-Bissau citizens (2026)

Do Guinea-Bissau citizens need a visa for UK?

A visa must be issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center.

Guinea-Bissau passport holders can currently enter 47 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 51 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. United Kingdom admits 84 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).

Documents required for the UK visa

• Completed visa application form
• Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
• 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
• Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
• Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
• Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
• Travel medical insurance where required
• Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)

General checklist for this type of entry — not an official list. Requirements vary by purpose and personal circumstances; we confirm the exact list for your case when you apply.

UK visa processing time

ETA: usually decided within 1 working day, up to 3 working days. (per the official source listed below). Apply well before your travel date — embassy appointment slots can fill weeks ahead.

UK visa cost

We have not verified the official government fee for Guinea-Bissau citizens, so we don’t state one. The official portal shows the current fee before you pay.

With Tripsol: from $110 per traveler, all-in. Total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee.

How to apply for the UK visa

1. Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
2. Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
3. Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
4. Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
5. Track the application and collect your passport.

Prefer a human to check it? Apply with Tripsol, or apply yourself on the official portal (GOV.UK – check if you need a UK visa).

Recent UK entry rule changes

• 2025-04-02: ETA requirement extended to European nationalities; it already applied to the Americas, Asia-Pacific and GCC visa-exempt nationals from 8 Jan 2025.

Entry tips for UK

• Apply on GOV.UK or the UK ETA app; the ETA lasts 2 years or until the passport expires.
• Irish citizens need no ETA.
• Local currency is British pound (GBP) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
• Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay — many embassies ask for proof with the application.
• An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.

United Kingdom at a glance

Sources & last verified

Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.