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title: Senegal visa for citizens of Mali
description: Citizens of Mali can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Senegal visa for citizens of Mali

Citizens of Mali can visit Senegal 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
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has blank pages.
2. **Arrange onward ticket** — Book a return or onward ticket showing departure within 90 days.
3. **Obtain yellow fever vaccination** — Get the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel if coming from an endemic country.
4. **Travel to Senegal** — Present passport and supporting documents at the border for entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least one blank visa page.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel within the allowed stay period.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested at border.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for all travelers arriving from endemic areas.

## Good to know

- Always carry copies of your passport and travel documents.
- Entry requirements may change; verify with the nearest Senegalese embassy before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months at time of entry.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Book a return or onward ticket before travel.
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination** — Get vaccinated if traveling from or through an endemic area.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Mali need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of Mali can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-Free.

### How long can citizens of Mali stay in Senegal?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Mali need for Senegal?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Senegal?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Senegal visa for every passport](/visa/senegal)
- [Every destination for Mali passport holders](/visa/passport/mali)