Gabon•AfricaVaries
Free
Duration of mission
Yes
Not Required
Not Specified
No
Not Required
Visa issued to diplomatic passport holders, members of diplomatic missions and consulates accredited to Gabon, and their dependent family members.
The Diplomatic Visa (Visa Diplomatique) is a specialized travel document issued in accordance with international diplomatic conventions and bilateral agreements, reflecting the sovereign relations between Gabon and other states or international organizations. It is established to facilitate the movement of high-level officials and diplomatic personnel, ensuring that they can perform their official duties without the administrative hurdles associated with ordinary visas. This visa fills the gap for state-level representation and international cooperation, providing a secure and expedited entry process for those holding diplomatic passports.
This visa is exclusively for holders of diplomatic passports, including members of diplomatic missions, consular staff, and government officials traveling to Gabon on official business. The ideal applicant is a diplomat, high-ranking official, or representative of an international organization. What makes this visa distinctive is its status as a 'gratis' (free-of-charge) document, emphasizing the reciprocal and professional nature of diplomatic relations. Applicants are required to present an official letter of invitation or a 'Note Verbale' from their sending government or organization, which serves as the formal justification for their official mission.
| Status type | Tied to program duration |
Must hold a valid diplomatic passport with at least six months of remaining validity.
Must be a diplomatic passport holder or member of a diplomatic mission.
Must provide a Note Verbale from the sending government or international organization.
Must have a confirmed flight itinerary to Gabon.
Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Education
none or higher
Valid diplomatic passport (original and copy of data page).
Two current passport-sized color photographs.
Duly completed visa application form.
Note Verbale from the sending government or international organization.
Copy of valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Confirmed flight ticket/itinerary.
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