Visa on arrival for US citizens
Visa on arrivalUS citizens can get a visa on arrival.
- Stay
- Up to 30 days.
Passports that qualify (1)
2 ways to enter
Gambia visas
Gambia visa on arrival
US citizens can get a visa on arrival for up to 30 days. Visitors who have no Gambian diplomatic representative or embassy in their country can also get a visa at Banjul International Airport.
Ways to get a Gambia visa on arrival
Airport visa when there is no Gambian mission
Visa on arrivalVisitors who need a visa qualify if there is no Gambian diplomatic representative or embassy in their country.
United StatesWho needs it
Visitors who need a visa may use this route if they meet one of the stated eligibility rules.
Who doesn't
Visitors who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival.
Good to know
- The visa fee and application documents are not specified.
- Airport travellers must separately pay a security fee on arrival and departure: USD 20, EUR 20 or 10,000 Gambian dalasi each time. The kiosks accept cash in US dollars or Gambian dalasi only.
Questions
Do I need a visa on arrival for the Gambia?
Visitors who need a visa may use this route if they meet one of the stated eligibility rules. Visitors who qualify for visa-free entry do not need a visa on arrival.
What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for the Gambia?
There are 2 options: Visa on arrival for US citizens (a visa at the border); Airport visa when there is no Gambian mission (a visa at the border).
How long can I stay on a the Gambia visa on arrival?
Up to 30 days for US citizens. The stay limit for the no-embassy route is not specified.
Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for the Gambia?
Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Gambia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.
Can a visa on arrival for the Gambia be refused?
Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.
Where do I check the latest the Gambia visa on arrival rules?
On the Gambia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.
Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in the Gambia?
Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.
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