Gabon Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: Your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Gabon. You must apply for a visa before travelling, ideally through the Gabon High Commission in the UK. Yellow fever certificate required.
Gabon travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Needed before you travel
Hotel booking or invitation letter
Certificate required to enter
Official source: GOV.UK Gabon entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months after arrival
- Visa required before travel
- Hotel booking needed for tourist visa
- Yellow fever certificate required
Passport validity for Gabon
GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Gabon. You will be denied entry if your passport has been reported lost or stolen.
Check the expiry date against your arrival date, not just your return date, before you book.
Visas
You must have a visa to enter Gabon and must apply before travelling. GOV.UK says the most reliable way is through the Gabon High Commission in the UK.
For tourist travel, you must provide a hotel booking or a letter from your hotel. For business, you need a letter of invitation from someone in Gabon.
Health and customs
You must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination to enter Gabon.
You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Gabon?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Gabon.
Do I need a visa for Gabon?
Yes. You must apply for a visa before travelling to Gabon, ideally through the Gabon High Commission in the UK.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Gabon?
Yes. GOV.UK says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Gabon.