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Permanencia
VisasEquatorial GuineaPermanencia
Equatorial GuineaEquatorial Guinea•Africa
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Permanencia

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

6 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Permanencia is an authorization for foreign nationals already in the country to extend their stay beyond the initial entry visa (often a visa on arrival).

Permanencia serves as a temporary extension for foreign nationals who have entered Equatorial Guinea, typically on a visa on arrival. While it provides work authorization for up to six months, it is not a long-term residency solution and is often used as a bridge while applying for formal residence cards. Failure to maintain this status correctly can lead to severe legal consequences.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant6 months
Extension increments6 months

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be legally present in Equatorial Guinea.

Usually applied for after entry on a visa on arrival.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Original passport

Application letter addressed to the Director of National Security

Completed application form (issued by CNDGE)

Passport-size photos

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Extends legal stay beyond initial entry visa
  • Includes work authorization

Worth Knowing

  • Not a substitute for a formal residence permit
  • Risk of detention or expulsion if documentation is not maintained
  • Subject to significant administrative delays
  • Illegal presence in the country

Application Process

1

Obtain application form from CNDGE

2

Draft application letter to the Director of National Security

3

Submit documents to the Ministry of National Security

4

Pay fees to the Public Treasury

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