Requirements
- A fully completed and signed visa application form
- A valid UK passport with at least 6 months’ validity from the intended date of arrival in Gabon and at least one blank page.
• Two recent passport-sized colour photographs (45mm x 35mm) taken against a white background.
• A letter from the applicant’s UK employer. A copy is acceptable.
This letter must:
• be on company letterhead paper
• be titled Ordre de Mission
• be written in French
• include the name of the applicant
• include the nationality of the applicant
• include the date of birth of the applicant
• include the passport number of the applicant
• include the issue and expiry date of the applicant’s passport
• include the location and dates of the planned visit
• include the purpose of the journey
• be signed by the company director
• if self-employed: two recent payslips and a copy of the UK company registration certificate
• if retired: a copy of a pension certificate or official benefits letter
• if a student: a recent letter of enrolment from a UK college or university
• A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
• be on company letterhead paper
• include the name of the applicant
• state the purpose of journey
• specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
• be certified by the Town Hall
• bear the signature of the inviting party
• applicants are strongly advised to carry a copy of the invitation letter when travelling, as local authorities in Gabon may request to see it upon arrival
• A copy of confirmed return flight ticket to and from Gabon
• proof of accommodation in Gabon:
confirmed hotel booking in Gabon or a certified invitation letter from the inviting party
Proof of financial means:
- latest two months’ UK bank statements showing sufficient funds.
- Proof of address in the applicant’s country of residence dated within the last three months (e.g. utility bill, bank statement, council tax bill)
- A colour copy of a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.
• For non-British nationals residing in the UK: proof of UK immigration status (e.g. BRP, visa, Settled Status)
Visa Information
- UK citizens travelling to Gabon for business purposes are required to obtain a visa prior to departure. The single entry business visa permits one entry into Gabon and allows a stay of up to one month. This visa is suited to professionals attending short-term business meetings, conferences, or commercial visits.
- The visa’s validity and approval are determined by the High Commission. Submitting a complete application does not guarantee approval, and additional documents may be requested.
Important note for applicants travelling for work purposes:
• the business visa must include the term “Mission”
• if the applicant intends to engage in professional duties during their stay, they must obtain a long-term work visa upon arrival in Gabon at the General Directorate of Immigration Documentation (DGDI):
– Zone Industrielle d’Oloumi Nord, Ekomie, Libreville, phone: +241 01 762400
• work cannot commence until the long-term work authorisation is granted.
Fees/Payment
Our fees will be calculated on the service type you wish to confirm. Additionally, there will be embassy/consulate outlay fees which will be quoted and confirmed prior to final ordering. Note all embassy/consulate fees are at cost with no additional mark up. All fees are in pounds sterling GBP.
Fees Breakdown
eVisa- Standard:£65
- Complex:£135
- Standard:£135
- Express:£175
- Emergency:£235
For more pricing information, you can visit our Pricing Page here.
One of our team will contact you to give you a final amount once you enquire.
Payment Methods: We accept all major credit cards except American Express & Diners Club cards, there will be a 3.5% card transaction fee applicable on the total final amount. Our order form has further details in payment section for card types accepted. We also accept cheques, which should be make payable to 'Visas2'. Please note, with regards to cheques, we can only return your passports/ documents onece your cheque payment has been cleared. Customer wishing faster visa processing are advised to pay by card.
Disclaimer
Please note that we are not an Embassy and are not affiliated with any government. In almost all cases embassies charge a fee for visas. If we handle your application, we also charge a fee in return for advising on the requirements, helping to prepare your application, and sending a courier to queue up on your behalf to obtain and/or collect the visa. The forms and services we provide are available from the government or official source for free or lower cost. If you wish to apply directly to the relevant embassy.
