Guides › Residence card · Last reviewed: October 2026
The residence card is the document that supports the legal stay of a foreign national who lives or works in Equatorial Guinea. This guide explains, in broad terms, when you need it and what the process looks like.
Who is it for?
For foreign nationals who will stay in the country beyond a short visit. If you will only be here for a few months, a visa may be enough: see our visa guide.
What the authorities usually ask for
Requirements vary according to your nationality and visa type, but they generally include a valid passport, a criminal record certificate and an employment contract.
We confirm the exact list for your case before we start, so you do not waste time gathering documents you do not need.
First application: how the process works
- Review of your situation: you tell us your nationality, your current visa and the reason for your stay.
- Document list: we tell you exactly what is needed in your case.
- File preparation: we check that everything is complete and in order.
- Submission and follow-up: we handle the file with the immigration authorities and keep you informed.
- Delivery: we let you know when your card is ready.
Renewal
The residence card has to be renewed periodically. The safest approach is to start the renewal well before it expires, so you are not left in an irregular situation while the procedure is being processed.
Repatriation insurance
Among the immigration requirements is a mandatory repatriation insurance. If you need it, we can arrange it too.
How we support you
Every procedure gets a tracking code so you can check its status on our website at any time, and we send you email updates whenever something changes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the procedure take?
It depends on each case and on the official authorities. After reviewing your situation we give you a realistic estimate, without promising deadlines we cannot guarantee.
Can I start from outside the country?
It depends on the procedure and your situation. Write to us and we will tell you what can be done remotely.
What if my card has already expired?
Do not wait any longer: contact us as soon as possible and we will review your case to put it in order.
Would you like us to handle your procedure?
Tell us your situation and we will let you know which documents are needed and how we proceed. You will get a code to check the status online and email updates.