Brazil passport → Gambia

Gambia visa for citizens of Brazil

Embassy / VFSEntry Clearance / Visa on Arrival from Senegal

Citizens of Brazil need a visa for the Gambia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS · Entry Clearance / Visa on Arrival from Senegal
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Visa validity	90 days
Entries	Multiple entry
Government fee	$100
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Not required

How to apply

1
Travel to border crossing with Senegal
Proceed to any land border between Senegal and Gambia.
2
Obtain and complete application form
Get the entry clearance application form from the Gambian Immigration officer at the border.
3
Submit documents and pay fee
Submit passport, photos, vaccination certificate, and USD 100 cash.
4
Receive visa and enter
Once processed (usually same day), visa is stamped in passport. Entry allowed for multiple stays up to 90 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)
Must have at least two blank pages.
Passport-size photographs
2 recent photos (passport standard).

Travel

Proof of onward/return travel
Optional
May be requested on arrival.

Financial

Payment for visa fee (USD 100)
Cash only at border.

Supporting

Completed visa application form
Obtained at the border crossing.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for entry to Gambia.

Good to know

This route is only available at land border crossings from Senegal. Arriving by air requires an entry clearance obtained before travel from a Gambian embassy.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.

Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Obtain the certificate before travel.

Inability to pay the cash fee (USD 100)

Bring exact cash in USD.

FAQ

Do citizens of Brazil need a visa for the Gambia?

Citizens of Brazil need a visa for the Gambia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Entry Clearance / Visa on Arrival from Senegal.

How long can citizens of Brazil stay in the Gambia?

Up to 90 days.

How much does the Gambia visa cost for citizens of Brazil?

Government fee: $100.

What documents do citizens of Brazil need for the Gambia?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Completed visa application form; Passport-size photographs; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Payment for visa fee (USD 100); Proof of onward/return travel.

How long must my passport be valid for the Gambia?

At least 6 months.

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