Sudan passport → Senegal

Senegal visa for citizens of Sudan

Embassy / VFSVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Sudan 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 · Tourist (30 days)
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Entries	Single entry
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Cash or bank statement

How to apply

1
Arrive at a Senegalese airport or land border
Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter before immigration.
2
Collect and complete the visa application form
Fill in personal and travel details.
3
Submit required documents to the immigration officer
Hand over passport, photos, flight ticket, accommodation, and funds proof.
4
Pay the visa fee in cash
Usually accepted in euros or US dollars; check exact amount on site.
5
Wait for visa processing
Processing typically takes 15–30 minutes.
6
Receive passport with visa sticker
Verify visa details and validity before leaving the counter.
7
Proceed to passport control
Present passport with visa for entry stamp.
8
Enter Senegal
Retain the visa copy in passport until departure.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least one blank page and usual validity for entry.
Passport-size photographs
Two recent colour photos.
Visa application form (arrival)
Completed on arrival at the visa counter.

Travel

Return or onward flight ticket
Proof of departure from Senegal.
Hotel booking or accommodation proof
Confirmed reservation for entire stay.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash, credit card or recent bank statement.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if travelling from an endemic area.

Proof of funds

Cash
Credit card
Bank statement

The visa fee must be paid in cash (euros or US dollars); no card payment.

Good to know

Carry the exact visa fee in cash (euros or USD) to avoid delays.
Visa on arrival may not be available at all land borders; it is best used at Dakar airport.
Have a printed copy of your return ticket and hotel booking.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Check passport expiry before travel and renew if necessary.

Missing or invalid onward/return ticket

Book a confirmed flight leaving Senegal before your stay ends.

No proof of accommodation

Make a hotel reservation for the entire stay and carry a printed confirmation.

Unable to prove sufficient funds

Carry enough cash or a recent bank statement showing adequate balance.

Incorrect or incomplete application form

Fill the form neatly in block capitals and sign it.

FAQ

Do citizens of Sudan need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of Sudan need a visa for Senegal and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

What documents do citizens of Sudan need for Senegal?

Valid passport; Passport-size photographs; Return or onward flight ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 1 more.

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