🇬🇳Guinea

Typically bring

• Valid Indian passport with at least six months remaining validity and at least two blank pages.
• Recent passport‑size photograph in digital format as per specifications.
• Proof of onward or return travel (flight itinerary or ticket).
• Evidence of accommodation in Guinea (hotel booking or invitation letter).
• Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (bank statement or similar).

Watch out for

• Applying too close to departure – processing can take several days, so apply well ahead of travel.
• Submitting a passport that expires within six months; this leads to rejection.
• Uploading photos or documents that do not meet size or format requirements, causing delays.
• Traveling without printing the e‑Visa approval; immigration officers require a hard copy.

Good to know

• Currency is the Guinean franc (GNF); ATMs are limited outside major cities, so carry cash.
• Official language is French; basic French phrases are helpful, though local languages are also spoken.
• Internet connectivity can be spotty; consider purchasing a local SIM card for better coverage.
• Health advice: check malaria prophylaxis and ensure routine vaccinations are up to date.
• Safety: stay informed about local news, avoid night travel in remote areas, and keep valuables secure.