HOW TO APPLY FOR A VISA
Apply for visas by completing an application form and submitting it to the Gabonese High Commission in person or by post. If by post, a prepaid self-addressed envelope is required to have the passport returned (Royal Mail Special Delivery Envelop).
NB: The High Commission of the Gabonese Republic to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland is concurrently accredited to Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the Republic of Ireland and the Finland. In that respect, the High Commission is in position to deal with any Tourism/Business visa application from these countries.

Tourist Visa

A valid passport/travel document which must be valid for another six months from the date you arrive in Gabon and its copy.
A proof of immigration status:
- For non-British nationals residing in the UK (Resident Permit, Settled Status, and visa etc…)
- For non- Swedish nationals residing in Sweden
- For non-Irish nationals residing in the Republic of Ireland
- For non-Finnish nationals residing in Finland
- For non-Norwegian nationals residing in Norway
Two (2) current passport-sized photos (in colour)
A visa application form duly completed
Proof of accommodation in Gabon:
Hotel reservation confirmation letter (booked and paid)
Copy of the travel itinerary from the tour operator (if applicable).
Proof of activity in the UK and accredited countries:
- Workers: Employment Certificate/Letter, signed by the Employer (including position, start of employment, salary, etc…);
- Self-employed: Copy of the last two-month payslips and a copy of the Company Registration Certificate of the company based in the UK (for business owner).
- Students: Official letter from the school, college, university, or proof of enrolment for the entire upcoming school year.
Copy (in colour) of a valid yellow fever vaccination Certificate
Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay in Gabon: (copy of the latest two bank statements)
Proof of address in the UK and accredited countries: copy of a current utility bill or Council Tax, ..
Proof of travel: a confirmed return flight ticket to Gabon

All documents can be submitted in person or by post:

To: Consular Service

High Commission of the Gabonese Republic 27 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL

If the applicant wishes to receive the passport by post:

. For applicant residing in the UK: a prepaid self-addressed envelope (Royal Mail Special Delivery) is required

. For applicant residing outside of the UK (only accredited countries): please arrange postal service with an International Courier Company (UPS, DHL, Parcelforce, etc…)

The Gabonese Ministry of Communication is the only authority to issue the document called “Autorisation de tournage” (filming permission).

In that regard, please find below the contact details of the Ministry of Communication in Gabon:

Ministère de la Communication, de l’Economie Numérique et de la Poste (Ministry of Communication, Digital Economy and Post)

Adresse : Boulevard de l’Indépendance, Centre-ville, Libreville, B.P 2280, Gabon Tél : (+241) 01 76 34 35/ (+241) 11 74 84 72 / Fax : (+241) 01 76 01 09

Email : info-mencp@gouv.ga

Site Web: http:www.economie-numerique.gouv.ga

VISA FEES (Non-refundable regardless of the decision of the application)

Visa Type	Entries	Validity	Fees	Processing	Payment Method
Tourist visa	Single	3 months	£80	3 Working Days	Cash
Tourist visa	Multiple Entries	3 months	£240	3 Working days	Cash

Processing time: 1-2 working days

NB: Service Express for an additional £50. The Decision is made within 24 hours.

Visa office opening Days: Monday to Friday

Lodging: 10:00 am – 11:30am (no appointment needed)

Collection: 2 :00 pm – 3: 30pm

Journalist Visa

A valid passport/travel document which must be valid for another six months from the date you arrive in Gabon and its copy.
A proof of immigration status:
• For non-British nationals residing in the UK (Resident Permit, Settled Status, and visa etc…)
• For non- Swedish nationals residing in Sweden
• For non-Irish nationals residing in the Republic of Ireland
• For non-Finnish nationals residing in Finland
• For non-Norwegian nationals residing in Norway
Two (2) current passport-sized photos (in colour)
A visa application form duly completed
Mission Order/assignment letter from the press/media company based in the UK
Invitation letter from the Gabonese authority/company based in Gabon detailing purposes of the trip…
Filming permission (if applicable)
Official accreditation letter from the Gabonese Ministry of Communication
Proof of accommodation: Hotel reservation confirmation letter, etc….
Copy (in colour) of a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate
Proof of address in the UK and accredited countries: copy of a current utility bill or Council Tax
Proof of travel: a confirmed return ticket to Gabon