How Much Does an Equatorial Guinea Visa Cost for Indians in 2026?

These figures are as published on the official sources, checked on 15 October 2026: the Government of Equatorial Guinea's e-Visa information and FAQ pages, operated with VFS Global as technical partner. Entry rules and documents are summarised on our Equatorial Guinea visa page for Indians.

What does the Equatorial Guinea e-Visa cost?

The government's online e-Visa, open to all nationalities since 1 July 2023, is the only published route for Indians. It has two charges:

There is no separate child rate. Because all applicants, including children and infants, must have a visa, a family pays both charges for each member. The e-Visa covers tourist and business travel only; no other category is listed.

How do you pay, and what is it in rupees?

You pay at the end of the online application at egonline.vfsevisa.com. The official FAQ sets out the order:

1. Click 'Apply Now' and register with your e-mail ID.
2. Fill in the visa application form and answer its questions.
3. Upload the cover page and bio page of your passport, a confirmed hotel booking or invitation letter, a confirmed return flight ticket and a 4x6 cm photo on a light background.
4. Pay the USD 50 visa fee and USD 25 service fee online, then wait for the result by e-mail.

The service accepts MasterCard, Visa or Union Pay cards with 3D Secure, and charges in USD. Have every upload ready before you start, because the payment step comes last.

The official pages publish no rupee amount. The INR figure on your statement depends on your card issuer's exchange rate and any foreign-currency or cross-border charges your bank applies. If you use an Indian debit or credit card, make sure international online transactions are enabled before you start, so the 3D Secure step does not fail at the last screen.

Is there a cheaper embassy or arrival option?

No cheaper route is published. VFS Global does not run an Equatorial Guinea visa application centre in India, and no official website was found for an Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in New Delhi, so no sticker-visa fee exists in the official sources.

A visa is stamped into your passport on arrival at Malabo International Airport, but only if you already hold e-Visa approval obtained online before departure. No arrival visa without prior approval is published. Visa-free entry is not available: the official service states that all applicants must have a visa.

What other costs come with the application?

The visa fees are small next to the documents the e-Visa needs. Budget for:

• Yellow fever vaccination: an original yellow fever certificate is required and must be carried at immigration.
• Travel insurance: mandatory, both as an upload and at the immigration counter. The minimum coverage is not published, so choose a policy that covers your full stay.
• Return flight ticket: a confirmed return booking is an upload requirement, and the immigration officer may ask to see it.
• Accommodation proof: a confirmed hotel booking, or an invitation letter with house registration and the inviter's Equatorial Guinea ID card or passport copy.
• Bank statement: 3 months, stamped by the bank.
• Photo: 4x6 cm on a light background.
• Business travellers: an invitation letter or letter detailing the business need, on the company's letterhead.

Are the fees refunded if the e-Visa is refused?

No. The official information describes the visa fee and service fee as non-refundable. If your application is refused, the reason is given in the letter sent by e-mail, and you can reapply online. Fix the stated reason before you reapply, so a second paid application does not fail for the same reason.

Each family member's application is decided separately, so one refusal in a group does not automatically decide the others, and one approval does not cover them.

How quickly do you get the e-Visa after paying?

The service states that a complete application is processed within up to 72 hours, and its FAQ says decisions normally arrive 24-72 hours after payment. If more than five working days pass, contact support. The Directorate General of Immigration sends the e-Visa letter by email.

The e-Visa is usually valid for a single entry. The length of stay and validity period are not published on the official pages, so read your e-Visa letter carefully before booking a return date.

Before you pay: five checks

1. Your flight must land at Malabo International Airport, the only border currently enabled for the e-Visa.
2. Your passport must be valid at least 6 months from the date of arrival (the arrival guidance says 180 days) with at least 1 blank page.
3. Your yellow fever certificate is the original, not a copy.
4. Your hotel booking and return flight are confirmed in your name.
5. Your card works for international payments with 3D Secure.

At Malabo you use the dedicated visa lane, show your passport, the e-Visa and proof of stay, give a retina scan and receive the visa stamp. Official details are on the Equatorial Guinea e-Visa information page.

If you need a flight reservation, hotel booking, itinerary or cover letter for the application, Yatra For Fun's India office in Gurugram offers packages from INR 1,000 (flight reservation) to INR 3,000 (reservation, hotel, itinerary and cover letter). WhatsApp +91 95230 91018 or visit our contact page.

Frequently asked questions

Do Indian infants need their own Equatorial Guinea e-Visa?

Yes. The official service states that all applicants, including children and infants, must have a visa, and the USD 50 fee is the same for infants, minors and adults.

Can I enter Equatorial Guinea by land or sea on the e-Visa?

No. The official e-Visa site says the only border currently enabled for the online visa is Malabo International Airport.

Which documents should I carry at Malabo immigration?

Carry your passport with at least 6 months' validity, a copy of the e-Visa, proof of stay, your return flight ticket copies, the yellow fever certificate and travel insurance. The officer may ask for return tickets or hotel bookings.

Does the e-Visa need previous visas from other countries?

The upload list includes visas issued in the last 3 months, if you have any. If you have none, the list does not require them.