Pakistan passport → Senegal

Senegal visa for citizens of Pakistan

Embassy / VFSVisa on arrival · Visa Préalable

Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Senegal 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 · Visa on arrival · Visa Préalable
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Entries	Single entry
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Bank statement or cash equivalent to support stay

How to apply

1
Obtain visa préalable approval electronically
Apply online to Senegal immigration (automatic e-approval) and receive a letter before travel.
2
Prepare required documents
Gather passport, yellow fever certificate, onward ticket, proof of funds, accommodation, and printed visa préalable letter.
3
Travel to Senegal
Arrive at Dakar Blaise Diop International Airport (the only airport offering this facility).
4
Proceed to visa on arrival counter
Present visa préalable letter, passport, and supporting documents.
5
Pay visa fee and collect visa
Pay the required fee (amount set by immigration) and receive the visa stamp in your passport.
6
Enter and enjoy your stay
Maximum stay is 30 days per entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay
At least 2 blank pages for stamping.
Two passport-size photographs
Optional
May be requested at arrival counter.

Travel

Visa préalable approval letter
Must be obtained from Senegal immigration before travel.
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Senegal.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash (approx. 200 USD equivalent).

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for all travelers over 9 months.
Copy of visa préalable application
Optional
Keep a copy of the approval email.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: 200 USD equivalent

Bank statement
Cash

Cash is preferred on arrival.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is only available at Dakar Blaise Diop Airport.
Yellow fever certificate is mandatory; failure to present may lead to denial of entry.
You must obtain the visa préalable letter before departure; without it, visa on arrival will not be issued.

Common refusal reasons

Missing visa préalable letter

Obtain the electronic pre-approval before traveling.

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.

Missing yellow fever certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate.

FAQ

Do citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Senegal and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on arrival · Visa Préalable.

What documents do citizens of Pakistan need for Senegal?

Visa préalable approval letter; Valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Proof of accommodation; and 2 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Senegal?

At least 6 months.

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