Refugee Card

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Dependents allowed

No PR pathway

No job offer needed

Remote work not required

Overview

Official identification and residence document for recognized refugees.

The Refugee Card serves as an official identification and residence document for individuals recognized as refugees under Gabonese law. It is issued through the National Commission for Refugees and provides a legal framework for stay. While it allows for employment, refugees are subject to labor market restrictions similar to other foreign nationals.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	2 years
Extension increments	2 years

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a recognized refugee under Gabonese law

Registration with the National Commission for Refugees (NCR)

Registration with UNHCR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Registration documents from NCR

UNHCR documentation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Legal protection
Issued free of charge

Worth Knowing

Employment is restricted by local labor market tests
Naturalization process is long and expensive
Not being a recognized refugee

Application Process

Register with the National Commission for Refugees

Coordinate with UNHCR

Obtain official identification from DGDI

Application Forms

DGDI Official Portal

Fill online

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