In addition to the formalities for entering the territory that require the presentation of a valid travel document and an up-to-date vaccination card, foreigners who are wishing to reside in Guinea will have to follow certain administrative procedures in order to be able to stay in the country. You will need a resident card.

    Documents that must be submitted to obtain a resident card:

• completed administrative form
• a handwritten request with a detailed description of the reasons for your stay in the Republic of Guinea
• a valid international passport with your visa inserted in it
• photocopy of your passport (identity page and visa page)
• two photos with the size of the passport.

    The three documents listed below are currently optional, but it's best to have them in case you need them:

• any document which is confirmed your presence in Guinea, such as an employment contract or lease agreement
• medical certificate
• a criminal record statement issued less than three months ago.

    Minors under the age of 15 who are accompanied by their parents don’t need a residence permit. However, they must present their passport and visa if they are citizens of a country that requires a visa to the Republic of Guinea.

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    A long-term residence visa and a residence card are valid for one year. To renew them, the request must be submitted three months before the expiration of these rights.

    Keep in mind that if you are in Guinea on an irregular basis, you can get caught by the police and get a prison sentence with a fine.

    During your stay in Guinea, frequent police checks are possible. Therefore, foreigners residing in Guinea are advised to keep their documents and residence permits with them. Otherwise, the police have the right to arrest you.

    A long-term visa to enter Guinea can also be obtained on the basis of marriage with a Guinean citizen or on the basis of paternity. 

    Conditions for obtaining a long-term visa for Guinea on these grounds:

• passport valid for at least 6 months
• a scanned copy of the page with the data of a valid passport
• scanned copy of the previous visa (Prorogation Visa)
• valid return ticket
• yellow fever vaccination certificate
• an insurance policy that guarantees repatriation.
• a document which is confirmed marital relations for spouses or paternity for minors.

    Long-term visa validity period: 1 year from the date of issue.

    Price: 150 dollars USA.