AfghanistanGuyana

Afghan passport ยท policy checked 11 Jul 2026

Visa required

Apply before you travel.

Varies

by visa type

Not published

no official Guyana figure

5-10

days

processing time

Embassy

apply in advance

How Afghan citizens apply for a Guyana visa

  1. Lodge your application at the Guyana embassy or consulate that serves your region, with the completed form and required documents. Apply here โ†—

Guyana visa cost for Afghan citizens

  • Tourist visa (embassy-issued, single entry)

    not published

Guyana visa types for Afghan citizens

Visitor Visa (Multiple Entry)Tourist

multiple entry5-10d processingvalid 180donline

For repeated short-term visits for tourism, vacation, meetings, and similar purposes.

Multiple-entry, valid 6 months (EUR 75 at Belgian embassy). Same requirements as single-entry visitor visa. Online pre-approval available via eservices.iss.gov.gy for countries without Guyana diplomatic presence.

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Visitor Visa (Tourist)Tourist

single entry5-10d processingvalid 90donline

For tourism, vacation, meetings, workshops, seminars, events, religious functions, site visits, and short-term training.

Single-entry valid 3 months (EUR 45 at Belgian embassy). Multiple-entry also available (valid 6 months, EUR 75). Embassy in Belgium does not accept electronic visa - physical submission required for that mission. Online pre-approval application available via eservices.iss.gov.gy for applicants in countries without a Guyana embassy. Processing approx. 5 working days at embassy; 10-14 working days via online portal. Guyana does not issue traditional e-visas - online portal issues a pre-approval letter. Fee shown is EUR 45 converted approximately to USD.

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Business VisaBusiness

multiple entry5-10d processingvalid 365donline

For foreign nationals conducting business activities in Guyana, including meetings, negotiations, and commercial visits.

Multiple-entry, valid 1 year (EUR 150 at Belgian embassy). Requires letter of support from sponsoring company/organization and invitation letter from host company if applicable. Also requires business registration and tax ID certificate from host entity if applicable. Online pre-approval also available via eservices.iss.gov.gy.

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Landing Permit for BusinessBusiness

multiple entryonline

In-country permit authorizing a foreign national to reside in Guyana to establish or operate a business.

Applied for online via the ISS eServices portal (Ministry of Home Affairs) - page verified live 2026-07. Complements the Business Visa. Required documents: letter requesting landing permit for business, passport bio-data page, business registration/incorporation, GRA tax compliance certificate and NIS receipts, certificate of character, police clearance, and medical report. Fee and validity not published on the official portal.

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Transit Visa / Landing PermitTransit

For travelers passing through Guyana en route to a third country, or for short transit stays.

The Embassy of Guyana in Belgium does not issue transit visas - these are issued by Guyana immigration authorities upon arrival. Whether a transit visa or landing permit is granted depends on the length of stay. Requirements: passport valid 6+ months, valid Yellow Fever certificate (if applicable), proof of onward travel, proof of accommodation and funds if staying overnight. Fee not published on official sources.

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Landing Permit for StudentStudent

multiple entryonline

In-country permit allowing a foreign national admitted to an accredited Guyanese institution to reside in Guyana for the duration of study.

Applied for online via the ISS eServices portal (Ministry of Home Affairs) - page verified live 2026-07. Complements the Student Visa. Required documents: letter requesting landing permit for student status, passport bio-data page, birth certificate, evidence of financial support for studies, certificate of character, police clearance, and medical report. Fee and validity not published on the official portal.

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Student VisaStudent

multiple entry5-10d processingvalid 1095donline

For foreign nationals admitted to an accredited school or educational institution in Guyana.

Multiple-entry, valid 3 years (EUR 130 at Belgian embassy). Requires Student Acceptance Letter from an accredited institution. Online applications also accepted via eservices.iss.gov.gy. Extensions available through the ISS eServices portal.

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Employment VisaWork

online

For foreign nationals who have secured employment in Guyana and wish to reside and work in the country.

Requires a signed contract or letter of employment, police clearance, and medical report. Applications accepted online via eservices.iss.gov.gy. Extensions also available through the same portal. Work permit (landing permit for employment) valid up to 3 years, renewable. Specific fee not published on official government pages.

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Landing Permit for Employment (Work Permit)Work

multiple entryonline

The work authorization a foreign national needs, in addition to an Employment Visa, to take up employment and reside in Guyana.

Guyana's employment pathway requires both an Employment Visa and this Landing Permit for Employment (the work permit). Applied for online via the ISS eServices portal (Ministry of Home Affairs) - page verified live 2026-07. The vacancy must be advertised in the newspapers for three consecutive months. Required documents: letter requesting landing permission for employment, employment contract, sponsor/employer business registration, GRA compliance and NIS receipts, police clearance, and a medical report. Work permit reported valid up to 3 years, renewable; specific fee not published on the official portal.

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CARICOM Free Movement CertificateOther

multiple entry21-42d processing

Allows qualified skilled nationals of CARICOM member states to live and work in Guyana without a work permit under the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) framework.

Available to CARICOM nationals who qualify as skilled workers: university graduates (bachelor's or equivalent including ACCA), musicians and artistes, sports persons, media workers, registered nurses, trained teachers, artisans with Caribbean Vocational Qualifications, associate degree holders, self-employed and service providers. Fee in Guyana: G$1,500. Processing 3-6 weeks. Participating states: Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago. Bahamas, Montserrat, and Haiti are excluded.

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Visa on Arrival (Pre-Approval Letter)Other

10-14d processingonline

For nationals of countries that require a visa but have no access to a Guyana embassy or consulate - allows obtaining a pre-approval letter online, which is converted to a visa upon arrival at the airport.

Applicants must obtain a pre-approval letter through the online portal before travel - travelers cannot board without this letter. Upon arrival at the airport, the visa is affixed to the passport. Processing time is 10-14 working days. Applicants should confirm receipt with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship at (592) 223-5210. Fee not specified on official sources.

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Guyana visa policy, fees & entry rules in full โ†’

Guyana visa for Afghan citizens - FAQ

Do Afghan citizens need a visa for Guyana?

Yes - Afghan citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Guyana embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.

What documents do Afghan citizens need for Guyana?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Guyana visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

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