- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Visa Services
Gabon Visa Services in Houston
Need a Gabon visa? Sam's Passport in Houston prepares the consulate file. Clients nationwide ship the passport overnight. Call (713) 784-5501.
Outline
NOTE: Visa Submissions on Thursday and Friday only.
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with the Embassy of Gabon.
We will FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases your passport to us.
There are different types of visas for Gabon and each has its own requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Tourist visa
Gather every required document below for this tourist visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa appllication form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the
Applications will not be accepted if they are not typed. Please do not leave any blanks, applications that are not fully completed will be rejected by the consulate at the applicants expense.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
Please provide a copy of your yellow Fever Vaccination.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Business visa
Gather every required document below for this business visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa appllication form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the
Applications will not be accepted if they are not typed. Please do not leave any blanks, applications that are not fully completed will be rejected by the consulate at the applicants expense.
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Gabon/ Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the
Letter of invite
Please provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in Gabon.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
Please provide a copy of your yellow Fever Vaccination.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Ship your documents
Please use FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight unless the visa type asks you to email scans.
Houston office
1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501
What to include in your package
PassportMust be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Visa appllication formPlease download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Visa application form
Photos2 Passport-type photographs on a white background required.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservationPlease provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health recordPlease provide a copy of your yellow Fever Vaccination.
Letter of guaranteeA Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Gabon/ Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the Business letter of guarantee
“Consulate of Gabon/ Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the Business letter of guarantee
Letter of invitePlease provide a copy of the Letter of Invitation from the company in Gabon.
Sam's request formDownload, print, and fill out Sam’s request form. Sam’s request form
Call before you shipConfirm your visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501.
Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
Common questions about Gabon visas
Can Sam's Passport file a Gabon visa?
Yes, when the mission allows third-party filing. Sam's Passport in Houston reviews the Gabon visa file and submits a complete packet. Call (713) 784-5501 with your travel date.
Can I use this service if I do not live in Houston?
Yes. Complete any required local steps, then ship the passport and documents overnight to Sam's Passport in Houston from anywhere in the U.S.
How long does a Gabon visa take?
Timing depends on the visa type and the consulate. Call (713) 784-5501 with your departure date and we will match the process to it.