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Senegal visitor entry rules

Last checked: 19 October 2026 · Africa entry rules

Senegal permits nationals on the Foreign Ministry's official list to enter without a visa for stays under three months. They need a passport or accepted travel document valid for at least six months 1. Travellers whose nationality is not on the list need a visa, as do holders of refugee travel documents 1. On 9 March 2026, the ministry stated that a vaccination booklet is not mandatory for entry, though vaccinations may be recommended 2.
Visa-free stay
Under 3 months for listed nationalities 1
Passport
At least 6 months for the listed visa-free route 1
Other nationalities
Visa required 1
Refugee travel documents
Visa required 1
Vaccination booklet
Not mandatory under 9 March 2026 notice 2
Checked
19 October 2026

Who enters without a visa

The Foreign Ministry publishes a nationality list covering named African, European and other countries. Listed travellers can enter for a stay of less than 3 months without a visa 1.

The passport or accepted laissez-passer must have at least 6 months of validity 1.

Who needs a visa

A traveller whose nationality does not appear on the official list needs a visa. Refugee travel-document holders need one even if they reside in a listed country 1.

Contact the Senegalese diplomatic mission responsible for your residence for the current application process and fee. The Foreign Ministry page does not publish one universal fee 1.

Vaccination documents

A Foreign Ministry notice dated 9 March 2026 says presentation of a vaccination booklet is not mandatory for entry. It describes yellow fever and other vaccinations as recommended for travellers coming from places without an epidemic or endemic situation 2.

Health rules can respond to outbreaks. Recheck the ministry notice near the travel date 2.

Before travel

  • Check your passport against the official nationality list 1.
  • Confirm at least 6 months of passport validity for the visa-free route 1.
  • If a visa is required, use the Senegalese mission responsible for your residence.
  • Carry accommodation and onward-travel evidence requested by the carrier or border authority.

Common questions

How long can listed nationalities stay visa-free?

Less than 3 months 1.

How long must my passport be valid?

At least 6 months for the listed visa-free route 1.

Do refugee travel-document holders need a visa?

Yes 1.

Is a vaccination booklet mandatory?

The ministry said on 9 March 2026 that it is not mandatory for entry 2.

Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.

Sources

  1. Senegal Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Visiting Senegal (accessed 19 October 2026)
  2. Senegal Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Entry vaccination-certificate update (9 March 2026)

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