TurkmenistanGabon
Turkmen passport · policy checked 11 Jul 2026
e-Visa
Apply online - no embassy visit. E-visa available via evisa.dgdi.ga and edgdi.dgdi.ga.
180
days
max stay per entry
70
EUR · visa fee
about $76
≤14
days
processing time
Online
apply before travel
Policy note
Single-entry 1-3 months costs 70 EUR (or 45,000 XAF) + 15 EUR processing fee.
Six-month multiple-entry costs 185 EUR (or 120,000 XAF) + 15 EUR processing fee. Processing time 72 hours. Valid only for air entry via Léon Mba International Airport, Libreville. Governed by Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986. As of December 2025, e-visa system digitised to cover all short-term categories: tourism, business, family visits. NOTE: US citizens face a reciprocal visa suspension effective January 1, 2026, announced December 18, 2025 by Gabonese Council of Ministers.
How Turkmen citizens apply for a Gabon visa
- Apply online before travel and carry the approval. Apply here ↗
Gabon visa cost for Turkmen citizens
EUR 70
e-Visa single entry (1-3 months)
e-Visa single entry (1-3 months)
1-3 months, single entry
EUR 70
e-Visa multiple entry (6 months)
6 months, multiple entry
EUR 185
Gabon visa types for Turkmen citizens
Visa Court-séjour Tourisme - Entrées Multiples (Short-Stay Tourist Visa, Multiple Entry)Tourist
180 daysmultiple entryup to 14d processingvalid 180donline
For multiple short visits to Gabon for tourism or family visits within the validity period.
Multiple-entry e-visa available via evisa.dgdi.ga for approximately 185 EUR + 15 EUR processing fee for 6-month validity. Processing time ~72 hours for e-visa route.
Official page ↗Visa Court-séjour Tourisme (Short-Stay Tourist Visa)Tourist
90 dayssingle entryup to 14d processingvalid 90donline
For leisure travel and tourism to Gabon. Applicable to nationals who require a visa and are not eligible for visa-free entry.
Issued by Gabonese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. E-visa version available at evisa.dgdi.ga for approximately 70 EUR + 15 EUR processing fee for single-entry up to 3 months. Valid for air entry via Léon Mba International Airport, Libreville. A visa does not guarantee entry - immigration authorities make final admission decisions. Processing at embassy up to 2 weeks.
Official page ↗Visa Court-séjour Affaires (Short-Stay Business Visa)Business
90 dayssingle entryup to 14d processingvalid 90donline
For foreign nationals travelling to Gabon for business purposes including meetings, negotiations, and commercial activities.
Requires a letter of invitation from an individual or company in Gabon explaining the reason for the trip (per UK FCDO guidance). E-visa option available via evisa.dgdi.ga at approximately 70 EUR + 15 EUR processing fee. Valid only for air entry at Libreville (Léon Mba International Airport) for e-visa route.
Official page ↗Visa Court-séjour Raison Médicale (Short-Stay Medical Visa)Medical
90 dayssingle entryup to 14d processingvalid 90donline
For foreign nationals travelling to Gabon to receive medical treatment.
'Medical reason' (Raison médicale) is an official 'Purpose of visit' option on the DGDI e-visa application form at evisa.dgdi.ga (verified against the live portal form, 2026-07). Issued as the standard short-stay e-visa: single-entry 1-3 months for approximately 70 EUR (45,000 XAF) + 15 EUR processing fee, ~72h processing; a 6-month multiple-entry option (185 EUR / 120,000 XAF + 15 EUR) is available for longer treatment. Treatment exceeding 90 days requires applying to the DGDI in Libreville for a residence card. Valid only for air entry via Léon Mba International Airport, Libreville.
Official page ↗Visa Court-séjour Visite Familiale (Short-Stay Family/Friendly Visit Visa)Family
90 dayssingle entryup to 14d processingvalid 90donline
For foreign nationals travelling to Gabon to visit family members or friends resident in the country.
'Family Visit' (Visite familiale) and 'Friendly Visit' are official 'Purpose of visit' options on the DGDI e-visa application form at evisa.dgdi.ga, alongside Tourism and Business (verified against the live portal form, 2026-07). Issued as the standard short-stay e-visa: single-entry 1-3 months for approximately 70 EUR (45,000 XAF) + 15 EUR processing fee, ~72h processing; a 6-month multiple-entry option (185 EUR / 120,000 XAF + 15 EUR) is also available. The application requires a named contact/host in Gabon (name, address, phone). Valid only for air entry via Léon Mba International Airport, Libreville.
Official page ↗Visa Études / Carte de Séjour Étudiant (Student Visa / Student Residence Card)Student
For foreign nationals enrolled in Gabonese educational institutions for studies exceeding 90 days.
Students enter on a short-stay visa with proof of enrolment and must apply to DGDI within one month of arrival for a student residence card. No dedicated student e-visa category exists on the evisa.dgdi.ga portal. The MFA short-stay visa page lists 'études' as a supported purpose under the short-stay visa application.
Official page ↗Autorisation de Travail / Carte de Séjour (Work Permit / Residence Card for Workers)Work
For foreign nationals employed or seconded in Gabon requiring legal authorisation to work and reside in the country.
Work authorisation is processed through the DGDI after entry on a short-stay visa. No separate work visa is issued abroad; the long-stay residence card pathway applies. Employer sponsorship typically required.
Official page ↗Visa de Courtoisie (Courtesy Visa)Other
90 daysup to 14d processingvalid 90d
For government officials and employees of international organizations travelling to Gabon on an official mission.
Issued to government officials and international organization staff with official mission orders. Not available via e-visa portal; must apply through diplomatic missions.
Official page ↗Visa Diplomatique (Diplomatic Visa)Diplomatic
For holders of diplomatic passports and their accredited embassy/consulate staff and dependents.
Issued to diplomatic passport holders and their embassy/consulate staff with dependents. Many nationalities with bilateral agreements are visa-free on diplomatic passports. Duration and conditions set by bilateral agreements.
Official page ↗Visa Long-séjour / Permis de Séjour (Long-Stay Visa / Residence Permit)Other
For foreign nationals intending to reside in Gabon for more than 90 days for work, study, or family reunification.
Long-stay visas are NOT issued by Gabonese diplomatic missions or consular posts abroad. Applicants must enter on a short-stay visa and then apply within one month of arrival to the Direction Générale de la Documentation et de l'Immigration (DGDI) for a residence card (carte de séjour). Governed by Law N°5/86 of 18 June 1986.
Official page ↗Gabon visa for Turkmen citizens - FAQ
Do Turkmen citizens need a visa for Gabon?
Yes, but it can be completed entirely online - no embassy visit is required for eligible short-term visits.
What documents do Turkmen citizens need for Gabon?
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 Gabon visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.
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