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Senegal visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe

Embassy / VFSVisa on arrival

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe 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
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Arrive at a Senegalese port of entry
Travel to Senegal by air or land border crossing that offers visa on arrival.
2
Proceed to the visa on arrival counter
Present your passport and other required documents to the immigration officer.
3
Pay the visa fee
Pay the applicable fee in cash (usually CFA francs, euros, or US dollars).
4
Receive visa stamp
The officer will issue a visa sticker or stamp in your passport.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport
Valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
Passport-size photo
Usually required for visa issuance at the border

Travel

Return or onward ticket

Financial

Visa fee payment
Payable in cash (local currency or euros/USD) at the point of entry

Good to know

Visa on arrival availability may change without notice; always confirm with the nearest Senegalese embassy before travel.
Only available at Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport and some land borders; not all entry points offer visa on arrival.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).

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

Lack of onward/return ticket.

Carry a printed or digital copy of your return or onward travel booking.

Insufficient funds to pay the visa fee.

Carry enough cash in an accepted currency to cover the visa fee.

FAQ

Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for Senegal and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on arrival.

What documents do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need for Senegal?

Passport; Return or onward ticket; Passport-size photo; Visa fee payment.

How long must my passport be valid for Senegal?

At least 6 months.

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