Senegal Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Yes | Yes | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
Passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in Senegal and contain at least one blank page for entry and exit stamps.
Passport Note
Passport and visa regulations are subject to change, and airlines may have different requirements. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should check with the relevant embassy before departure, particularly when transiting through a third country. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these requirements.
Visas
Citizens of the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and EU member states may visit Senegal without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Citizens of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) enjoy freedom of movement within member states. The ECOWAS countries are Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, the Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo.
In addition, nationals of Brazil, Canada, China, Djibouti, India, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville), the Central African Republic, Singapore, South Korea, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates and the United States may enter Senegal without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Nationals of countries not listed above should contact the nearest Senegalese embassy or consulate to check the latest visa requirements before travelling.
Types and Cost
Visa fees vary according to the type of visa and the applicant's nationality. Travellers should check with the nearest Senegalese embassy or consulate for the latest fees and application requirements.
Validity
Tourist visas are typically valid for stays of up to 90 days. The duration of stay granted is at the discretion of the Senegalese immigration authorities.
Application to
Apply through the nearest Senegalese embassy or consulate before travel. In some countries, applications may also be submitted online through the official Senegal visa portal where available.
Working days
Visa processing times vary depending on the embassy or consulate and the individual application. Travellers should apply well in advance of their intended departure date.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
