VISA REGIME
For holders of national passports and other travel documents: Visa required
For holders of diplomatic and official passports: No visas required for visits of up to 90 days
Note: Holders of emergency travel documents in transit require a visa
ENTERING AND LEAVING THE COUNTRY
Gabon can be reached by air or by land from neighboring countries. A visa can be obtained at the Embassy of Gabon in Moscow, which covers the Republic of Serbia on a non-resident basis, or at other Gabonese diplomatic missions around the world. An electronic visa for entry into Gabon can also be applied for via the website: https://evisa.dgdi.ga/.
The electronic visa is valid for a maximum of six months and is available only if entering the country through Libreville Leon Mba International Airport.
In addition to a visa, entry into the country requires a yellow card – a certificate of vaccination against yellow fever.
SOCIAL SECURITY AGREEMENT
No social security agreement has been signed.
USEFUL INFORMATION
HEALTH SITUATION – Among tropical diseases, malaria is the most common; therefore, the use of mosquito-repellent products (Autan Tropical, etc.) is recommended. Yellow fever, dengue fever, and the Zika virus are also present in Gabon. It is recommended to have travel health insurance as well as a certain amount of money to cover potential hospital expenses. The capacity of local hospitals, especially in smaller towns, is limited. As nearly 4% of the adult population is infected with HIV, it is recommended to take standard precautionary measures to avoid exposure. Wearing clothing that covers the body (long pants and long-sleeved shirts) is advised. Food is considered safe only in hotels or better restaurants. Bottled water should always be used.
SECURITY SITUATION – In Libreville and other cities, security is generally good, but the risk of robberies, armed attacks, and harassment should not be ruled out. It is recommended to avoid the outskirts of the city, especially in the evening hours, and not to carry large amounts of cash or jewelry while moving around the city. Car windows and doors should remain closed while driving.
TRANSPORT – There is no organized public transport in Libreville, and the use of minibuses, vans, and motorcycle taxis commonly used by the local population is not recommended. Taxi services may be used (it is recommended to order them through the hotel reception, agree on the fare in advance, and use only clearly marked taxis). During a tourist stay in Gabon, you may drive a motor vehicle only with an international driving permit.
OTHER – The local currency is the Central African Franc (XAF). Cash withdrawals from ATMs and payments by credit/debit cards are possible in hotels, better restaurants, and shops. It is recommended to carry a certain amount of cash in case cards cannot be used. Foreign currencies (most commonly EUR and USD) can be exchanged at the airport, in banks, or in hotels. Since it is a regional currency, the exchange rate is fixed.
Contact information:
During your stay in Gabon , for consular assistance and protection, you may contact the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Luanda+244 222 321 421, +244 222 327 240, +244 222 320 393, mobile phone number: +244 946 278 779, as well as e-mail address: srb.emb.angola@mfa.rs.