(a)* These nationals may not always require a visa, but do require clearance from the Embassy/High Commission. (b) Nationals of some countries always require a transit visa; enquire with airline for details. (c) All visitors must hold return or onward tickets, all documents for their next destination and sufficient funds for their stay.

Passport valid for at least three months after date of return required by all.

Required by all except the following for a maximum stay of three months:
(a) nationals of countries referred to in the chart above, except 1. nationals of Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Hungary, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain and the USA who do need a visa;
(b) nationals of ECOWAS countries;
(c) nationals of The Bahamas, Botswana, Iceland, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Malawi, New Zealand, Norway, San Marino, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe;
(d) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within two hours provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Tourist and Business: £20 (single-entry); £40 (multiple-entry).

Single-entry visas are valid for six months. Multiple-entry visas are valid for 12 months. Extensions are possible and should be applied for at the Immigration Office in The Gambia.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Valid passport. (b) One application form. (c) One passport-size photo. (d) Fee, payable in cash, cheque or postal order only. (e) Stamped, self-addressed envelope (by registered post).

Enquiries should be referred to The Gambian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate (see Passport/Visa Information).

48 hours in person. At least one week by post.

High Commision of the Republic of The Gambia in the UK
57 Kensington Court, London W8 5DG, UK
Tel: (020) 7937 6316.
Email: gambia@gamhighcom.fsnet.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 1000-1600, Fri 1000-1200.

Embassy of the Republic of The Gambia in the USA
Suite 905, 1156 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Tel: (202) 785 1399 or 1425.
Email: gambiaembassy1@aol.com