✅ Good News for Most Visitors!

The Gambia offers visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival for most nationalities. Entry is usually straightforward.

🛂 Visa-Free Entry (No Visa Needed)

Citizens of the following countries can enter The Gambia without a visa for tourism:

Duration: Up to 90 days visa-free

Requirements:

  • Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • Return/onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation

Duration: Up to 90 days visa-free

All EU citizens, including Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, etc.

Duration: Up to 90 days visa-free

Requirements:

  • Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • Return flight ticket
  • Proof of funds

Duration: Up to 90 days visa-free

All West African countries: Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia, etc.

  • 🇨🇦 Canada – 90 days
  • 🇦🇺 Australia – 90 days
  • 🇳🇿 New Zealand – 90 days
  • 🇿🇦 South Africa – 90 days
  • 🇯🇵 Japan – 90 days
  • 🇰🇷 South Korea – 90 days
  • 🇮🇱 Israel – 90 days

🏢 Visa on Arrival

Some nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at Banjul International Airport:

  • Cost: Usually $50-100 USD (cash)
  • Duration: 30-90 days, depending on nationality
  • Requirements: Passport, return ticket, proof of accommodation, funds

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Always check with your nearest Gambian Embassy before travel
  • Visa policies can change without notice
  • Carry proof of onward travel and accommodation

📋 What You Need at Immigration

When you arrive at Banjul Airport, have these ready:

  1. Valid Passport – At least 6 months validity beyond your travel dates
  2. Return Ticket – Proof of your flight home or onward journey
  3. Accommodation Details – Hotel booking or host’s address
  4. Immigration Card – You’ll fill this out on the plane

📍 Extending Your Stay

If you want to stay longer than your initial entry period:

  1. Visit the Immigration Department in Banjul
  2. Apply at least 1 week before your current visa expires
  3. Bring a passport, passport photos, and the extension fee
  4. Extensions are usually granted for 1-3 months

Address: Immigration Department, Ecowas Avenue, Banjul
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 am-4 pm, Friday 8 am-12:30 pm

❓ Need a Visa Before Travel?

If your country is not on the visa-free list, apply at:

  • Gambian Embassy or Consulate in your country
  • The process usually takes 5-10 working days
  • Cost: $50-100, depending on visa type

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