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Gambia visa for citizens of India

Visa-freeVisa-Free Entry (Tourist)

Citizens of India can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-Free Entry (Tourist)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay may be requested at the border

How to apply

1
Check passport validity
Ensure the passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
2
Book travel and accommodation
Arrange return/onward tickets and lodging before departure.
3
Get yellow fever vaccination
Obtain and carry a valid yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area.
4
Travel and present documents on arrival
At Banjul immigration, present passport, ticket, and supporting documents; no pre-departure visa application is needed.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months)
Machine-readable passport with validity beyond intended stay.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of onward/return travel may be checked on arrival.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statements or cash/card evidence may be requested at immigration.

Supporting

Accommodation confirmation
Optional
Hotel booking or host address may be requested.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for travellers arriving from endemic countries, including India.

Proof of funds

bank statements
cash
credit/debit cards

No fixed threshold published; immigration may ask for evidence you can support your stay.

Good to know

Source text was empty; details are based on general authoritative knowledge for this visa-free corridor.
Entry and length of stay are ultimately at the discretion of Gambian immigration officers.
Confirm current requirements with the Gambia Immigration Department or nearest Gambian mission before travel.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity under 6 months

Renew the passport before travelling.

Missing yellow fever certificate

Get vaccinated at least 10 days before departure and carry the certificate.

No onward ticket or proof of funds

Carry a printed return ticket and bank statement/card.

FAQ

Do citizens of India need a visa for the Gambia?

Citizens of India can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Entry (Tourist).

How long can citizens of India stay in the Gambia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of India need for the Gambia?

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation confirmation.

How long must my passport be valid for the Gambia?

At least 6 months.

Sources

Gambia extends free visa status to India - standard.gm
Gambia visa requirements for Indian citizens in 2026 (visarequirements.info, third-party site)
Gambia entry requirements for India passport holders (entrybrief.com, third-party site)

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